Scheduler
Arlington (Tarrant) Bachelor's Degree Project / Product management
Job description
IBM Global Business Services (GBS) is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions and providing unparalleled client and consumer experiences in cognitive, data analytics, cloud technology and mobile app development. With global reach, outcome-focused methodologies and deep industry expertise, IBM GBS empowers clients to digitally reinvent their business and get the competitive edge in the cognitive era in over 170 countries.
Bottom line? We outthink ordinary. Discover what you can do at IBM.
The Public Service Sector consulting practice is a trusted advisor to federal, state and local governments, partnering to meet challenges and responding quickly to citizen demands, business needs, new economic conditions, and changing legislative priorities and policies.
The Scheduler will plan and implement a large project timeline using MS Project, generate progress reports, resource allocation, and report generation for status, key metrics. You'll also ensure schedules are structured properly to report on critical path. Experience in communicating requirements and reporting with project partners is required
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Benefits
Health Insurance. Paid time off. Corporate Holidays. Sick leave. Family planning. Financial Guidance. Competitive 401K. Training and Learning. We continue to expand our benefits and programs, offering some of the best support, guidance and coverage for a diverse employee population.
· http://www-01.ibm.com/employment/us/benefits/
· https://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/50744.wss
Career growth
Our goal is to be essential to the world, which starts with our people. Company wide we kicked off an internal talent strategy program called Go Organic. At our core, we are committed to believing and investing in our workforce through:
· Skill development: helping our employees grow their foundational skills
· Finding the dream job at IBM: navigating our company with the potential for many careers by channeling an employee's strengths and career aspirations
· Diversity of people: Diversity of thought driving collective innovation
In 2015, Go Organic filled approximately 50% of our open positions with internal talent that were promoted into the role.
Corporate citizenship
With an employee population of 375,000 in over 170 countries, amazingly we connect, collaborate, and care. IBMers drive a corporate culture of shared responsibility. We love grand challenges and everyday improvements for our company and for the world. We care about each other, our clients, and the communities we live, work, and play in!
· http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/initiatives.html
· http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/
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Auto req ID
200069BR
Required Education
High School Diploma/GED
Role ( Job Role )
Project Manager
State / Province
VIRGINIA
Primary job category
Project Management
Company
(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type
Regular
Employment Type
Full-Time
ERBP
Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?
No
Travel Required
Up to 75% or 4 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)
IBM Business Group
GBS
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village
ARLINGTON
EO Statement
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
· Experience in scheduling information technology projects.
· Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
· Deadline and detail-oriented.
· Good oral and written communication skills.
· Attend key meetings and project reviews.
· DoD Secret clearance.
Country/Region
United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
· None
Secondary Job Category
Other Project Management
Eligibility Requirements
· US Citizenship
Position Type
Professional
Early Professional Track
Not Applicable - Professional Hire