Azooa is preparing a response for ********-Joint-IASPO-RFQ – IASPO K04 Project Scheduler and is seeking suitably qualified contractors for this Defence opportunity.This role supports JC4S / IASPO / JP **** and requires a senior Level 3 Project Scheduler with strong Open Plan Skilled, major project scheduling, monthly reporting, schedule risk management, Work Breakdown Structure and Defence project environment experience.Azooa's recommended maximum hourly rate, based on current market conditions, is $******/hour including super.
Azooa recommends bidding at or below $******/hour including super where possible, as this will support stronger value-for-money positioning for winning.Early submissions are encouraged, as applications may be reviewed as they are received.OverviewThe Information Assurance Systems Program Office is responsible for the acquisition, modernisation, sustainment and through-life management of Defence's High Assurance Cryptographic Equipment capability.Through the JP **** HACE remediation and modernisation program, IASPO is delivering a phased upgrade and replacement of Defence cryptographic systems to address capability obsolescence and emerging operational requirements.The role is a Level 3 Project Scheduler position supporting project schedule management within an integrated workforce.Core PurposeThe core purpose of the role is to provide senior project schedule management support to JP ****.The contractor will establish, maintain, monitor and control project schedules, support monthly reporting, manage Open Plan Professional schedules, identify schedule risks and ensure project activities progress in accordance with approved project procedures.Scope / ResponsibilitiesThe Project Scheduler will be expected to:Perform project schedule support work within an integrated workforceInterpret and comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworksCoordinate and support monthly reporting across the project teamSupport reporting in PPRIP and SPMSEngage, monitor and control compliant schedules for approved projects in contractSupport schedules capable of being reported through MRSUndertake planning activities for pre-approval projectsDevelop schedules ready for baselining after project approvalPerform monthly management of Open Plan Professional schedulesProgress project activities, milestones and financial payment schedule elementsInform the Project Director of identified schedule risksEnsure activities progress in accordance with project standard operating proceduresEstablish and maintain Project Work Breakdown StructuresEstablish and maintain WBS data dictionariesEstablish and maintain project schedules using Open Plan ProfessionalKey DeliverablesExpected deliverables may include:Maintained project schedules in Open Plan ProfessionalMonthly schedule updatesMonthly reporting inputs for PPRIP and SPMSSchedule data suitable for reporting through MRSProject Work Breakdown StructuresWBS data dictionariesBaselined schedules for approved projectsPre-approval project schedules ready for baseliningSchedule risk identification and escalation inputsMilestone tracking updatesFinancial payment schedule tracking inputsSchedule compliance and quality assurance inputsSchedule status reporting for the Project DirectorSchedule management support aligned to project SOPsMandatory / Essential CriteriaCandidates should be able to demonstrate:Senior scheduling experience with Open Plan ProfessionalScheduling experience in major projectsAbility to work within an integrated project workforceAbility to interpret and comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworksExperience coordinating monthly project reportingExperience supporting project reporting systems such as PPRIP, SPMS or similarExperience managing compliant schedules for approved projectsExperience developing schedules for pre-approval projectsExperience maintaining project activities, milestones and financial payment schedulesAbility to identify and communicate schedule risksExperience establishing and maintaining Work Breakdown StructuresExperience developing and maintaining WBS data dictionariesStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsCurrent NV1 Australian Government security clearanceAbility to work onsite for a minimum of 3 days per weekDesirable CriteriaHighly desirable experience may include:Previous experience in a Defence project environmentJP **** experienceIASPO experienceJC4S experienceHigh Assurance Cryptographic Equipment capability experienceCryptographic systems remediation or modernisation program experienceDefence acquisition or sustainment scheduling experienceExperience with schedule reporting through MRSExperience supporting major Defence capability projectsExperience working with project directors, project controls teams and integrated project teamsExperience supporting Time and Materials Defence contracting environmentsEngagement DetailsRFQ Number: ********-Joint-IASPO-RFQRFQ Title: IASPO K04 – Project SchedulerProject / Domain: JC4S / IASPO / JP ****Role: Project SchedulerSkill Set: 1.4 Project Schedule ManagementSkill Level: Level 3Vacancies: 1FTE: 1.0Start Date: ASAPEnd Date: 30 June ****, with possible extensionLocation: Campbell Park Offices, CanberraOnsite Requirement: Minimum 3 days per week onsiteSecurity Clearance: NV1ITAR Requirement: YesContracting Model: Time and MaterialsSupplier Response Due Date:



13 August ****Clearance RequirementsThis role requires an Australian Government security clearance of at least NV1.The RFQ also notes that the position may require access to US export-controlled materiel.
Applicants may be requested to disclose any dual citizenship with another country and their country of birth during the recruitment process.
Dual citizens may be subject to further assessment, and appointment may be conditional upon approval to access US-controlled export material.
RFQTS RelevanceYour profile will need to be positioned against the RFQ requirements, including:Level 3 Project Schedule Management capabilityOpen Plan Professional scheduling experienceMajor project scheduling experienceJP **** / IASPO / JC4S relevanceDefence project environment experienceMonthly reporting experiencePPRIP and SPMS reporting supportMRS schedule reporting readinessWBS and WBS dictionary experienceSchedule baselining and maintenanceSchedule risk identificationMilestone and financial payment trackingIntegrated workforce experienceNV1 clearanceMinimum 3 days per week onsite availability in CanberraRate GuidanceAzooa recommended maximum rate: $******/hour including superAzooa recommended value-for-money target: $******/hour including super or underAzooa recommends bidding at or below $******/hour including super where possible, based on current market conditions, as this will support a stronger value-for-money position and improve the chance of winning.Rate competitiveness generally works as follows:Below $******/hour including super: strongest value-for-money position and higher chance of winningAt $******/hour including super: aligned to Azooa's recommended maximum and may still be competitiveAbove $******/hour including super: less competitive unless specialist Defence scheduling, Open Plan Qualified, JP ****, IASPO, cryptographic systems, HACE capability or major Defence project controls experience strongly justifies the rateHigher rates may still be considered where niche Defence scheduling, Open Plan Professional, JP ****, IASPO, cryptographic systems, HACE capability or major Defence project controls experience outweighs rate competitiveness.How Azooa Can Support YouAzooa can support you by:Positioning your profile to maximise win probabilityHelping align your rate with current market expectations and value-for-money positioningAssisting with tailored CV and submission strategyHighlighting relevant Open Plan Professional, Defence scheduling and project controls experienceSupporting response positioning against Level 3 Project Schedule Management requirementsProviding access to similar Defence and Federal Government opportunities

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