Job#: 2074119
Job Description:
Position Description
Location: Remote
Rate-$25-$40hrly based on experience
Long term contract
Please send resumes directly to [email protected]
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Scheduler role is to support the Schedule Manager and Senior Schedule Manager with the creation and maintenance of the overall project schedule for the Enterprise. The Scheduler will be responsible for creating and monitoring all project schedules that fall under his / her program realm, by collaborating with key stake holders such as Store Layout, Architecture & Engineering, Procurement, Legal, and Merchandising & Construction field teams. Each Scheduler will work with team members to strategically and methodically plan the entire year out in the most cost effective way, while meeting the Enterprise goals.
Expectations for this position include, but are not limited to, an understanding of the following skills: developing and implementing project timelines, baseline dates vs. planned dates vs. actual dates, Critical Path Method, and identifying risks and issues.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: List the top four or five primary responsibilities of the position in the space provided below, indicating the most important functions first and the approximate percentage of time spent on each.
EDUCATION: Indicate the level of education TYPICALLY required for the position AND area of concentration. Enter “R” for Required or “P” for Preferred.
PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE: Indicate the amount of prior RELATED work experience TYPICALLY required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Enter “R” for Required or “P” for Preferred.
- REQUIRED SKILLS: In order of importance, list specific skills or talents that a qualified incumbent should possess (i.e., management of large staff, computer applications, subject knowledge, etc.)Ability to excel in a fast paced, high pressure environment
- Ability to adapt to change and shift priorities in order to meet objectives
- Ability to inform and influence stakeholders of various levels
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Deep knowledge of Program/Project Management processes and tools
- Familiarity with design and construction best practices and processes
- Advanced skill set with software applications:
- Excel
- MS Project
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Outlook
- PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with Web-Based applications such as:
- Tririga
- SAP
- Ariba
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
