Project Scheduler

Overview

LMI is seeking a Project Scheduler to support the United States Postal Service (USPS). The Project Scheduler will be part of an LMI Program Management Office overseeing a team responsible for updating USPS policies and process documentation.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Support PM and multiple project leads as they oversee the execution of policy update initiatives
• Create and maintain project schedule through MS Project
• Monitor progress against the schedule and adjust as necessary to accommodate changes or delays.
• Develop executive level schedule metrics, management reports and project dashboards
• Identify and analyze the critical path; advise the PM regarding alternative logic paths and other potential work-arounds.
• Perform schedule analysis of progress against the baseline plan; update the baseline schedule if necessary
• Perform “what if” scenarios within the schedules, notably for scope changes, and unforeseen events
• Attend program/project meetings to discuss and review schedules and status of projects against their milestones.
• Meet regularly with the individual project leads to ensure schedule accuracy and clarify schedule issues
• Maintain reporting cadence through mastery of integration of multiple data sources

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance
• Extreme attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, finance, or information management
• 7-10 years of experience in Scheduling.
• Proficiency and expertise in Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve complex problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

Desired Skills

• Master’s degree or higher in a related discipline
• 5+ years consulting experience
• S. Postal Service experience preferred
• Professional certification in a relevant field such as a Project Management Professional (PMP).

Target salary range: $100,000-$140,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact accommodations@lmi.org
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