Master Scheduler & Graphic Designer SME
Zachary Piper Solutions, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Active Secret Clearance required for consideration
Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a
Senior Master Scheduler & Graphic Designer (SME)
to support high‑visibility initiatives for a DoD surge project based in
Pentagon/Arlington, VA . This is a
contract, onsite
role requiring the ability to operate with precision and speed in a mission‑critical environment supporting senior DoD leadership. As a dual‑capability SME, you will play a pivotal role in both
complex program scheduling
and
executive‑level visual communications , ensuring leadership receives accurate, timely, and visually compelling decision support materials.
Key Responsibilities Master Scheduling (Primary – 50%)
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules using
MS Project
and/or
Primavera P6
for the DoD Client programs.
Conduct
critical path analysis , resource leveling, and schedule risk assessments.
Coordinate with program managers and functional leads to validate dependencies, durations, and milestones.
Generate schedule variance reports and identify delays, conflicts, or emerging risks.
Lead schedule integration meetings and cross‑functional working sessions.
Maintain schedule baselines and track changes via formal change‑control processes.
Integrate schedule data into executive‑level visual materials (timelines, milestone charts, dashboards).
Graphic Design & Visual Communications (Primary – 50%)
Create executive-ready briefings, one‑pagers, infographics, and senior leader decision materials.
Design organizational charts, workflow diagrams, financial management visuals, and dashboards.
Develop branded templates and style guides for DoD Client communication products.
Translate complex program data into clear, compelling graphics tailored to senior Army audiences.
Support rapid‑turnaround deliverables for senior leadership engagements.
Maintain a visual asset library and documentation repository within
SharePoint .
Ensure compliance with DoD branding standards and documentation protocols.
Requirements
Active Secret Clearance
Expert proficiency in
MS Project
and/or
Primavera P6 .
Advanced proficiency in
Adobe Creative Suite
(InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and
PowerPoint .
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and critical path analysis.
Demonstrated ability to create executive‑quality visual products.
Outstanding communication skills for senior DoD/ARMY audiences.
Ability to work onsite in
Arlington, VA
and operate in a small, collaborative team.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Business, or related field.
8+ years combined experience in project scheduling and graphic design, preferably supporting DoD or federal programs.
Proven experience developing/maintaining complex schedules for large programs.
Professional design portfolio required.
PMP certification preferred; Adobe design certifications a plus.
Experience with Army programs, DoD financial management, or audit readiness highly desirable.
Previous surge support or short‑term engagement experience a plus.
Compensation to include:
Salary Range:
$60/hr - $80/hr *based on experience*
Full Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, and Sick Leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on
2/11/2026 . Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: Master Scheduling, Primavera P6, MS Project, Integrated Master Schedule, Critical Path, Program Management, DoD, Army, ASA(FM&C), Visual Communications, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Executive Briefings, Infographics, Pentagon, Schedule Risk, Schedule Baseline, Financial Management, Audit Readiness, SharePoint, Timeline Graphics, Decision Materials
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Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a
Senior Master Scheduler & Graphic Designer (SME)
to support high‑visibility initiatives for a DoD surge project based in
Pentagon/Arlington, VA . This is a
contract, onsite
role requiring the ability to operate with precision and speed in a mission‑critical environment supporting senior DoD leadership. As a dual‑capability SME, you will play a pivotal role in both
complex program scheduling
and
executive‑level visual communications , ensuring leadership receives accurate, timely, and visually compelling decision support materials.
Key Responsibilities Master Scheduling (Primary – 50%)
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules using
MS Project
and/or
Primavera P6
for the DoD Client programs.
Conduct
critical path analysis , resource leveling, and schedule risk assessments.
Coordinate with program managers and functional leads to validate dependencies, durations, and milestones.
Generate schedule variance reports and identify delays, conflicts, or emerging risks.
Lead schedule integration meetings and cross‑functional working sessions.
Maintain schedule baselines and track changes via formal change‑control processes.
Integrate schedule data into executive‑level visual materials (timelines, milestone charts, dashboards).
Graphic Design & Visual Communications (Primary – 50%)
Create executive-ready briefings, one‑pagers, infographics, and senior leader decision materials.
Design organizational charts, workflow diagrams, financial management visuals, and dashboards.
Develop branded templates and style guides for DoD Client communication products.
Translate complex program data into clear, compelling graphics tailored to senior Army audiences.
Support rapid‑turnaround deliverables for senior leadership engagements.
Maintain a visual asset library and documentation repository within
SharePoint .
Ensure compliance with DoD branding standards and documentation protocols.
Requirements
Active Secret Clearance
Expert proficiency in
MS Project
and/or
Primavera P6 .
Advanced proficiency in
Adobe Creative Suite
(InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and
PowerPoint .
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and critical path analysis.
Demonstrated ability to create executive‑quality visual products.
Outstanding communication skills for senior DoD/ARMY audiences.
Ability to work onsite in
Arlington, VA
and operate in a small, collaborative team.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Business, or related field.
8+ years combined experience in project scheduling and graphic design, preferably supporting DoD or federal programs.
Proven experience developing/maintaining complex schedules for large programs.
Professional design portfolio required.
PMP certification preferred; Adobe design certifications a plus.
Experience with Army programs, DoD financial management, or audit readiness highly desirable.
Previous surge support or short‑term engagement experience a plus.
Compensation to include:
Salary Range:
$60/hr - $80/hr *based on experience*
Full Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, and Sick Leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on
2/11/2026 . Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: Master Scheduling, Primavera P6, MS Project, Integrated Master Schedule, Critical Path, Program Management, DoD, Army, ASA(FM&C), Visual Communications, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Executive Briefings, Infographics, Pentagon, Schedule Risk, Schedule Baseline, Financial Management, Audit Readiness, SharePoint, Timeline Graphics, Decision Materials
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