Principal Scheduler Location: Remote, USA Type: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
Pearson is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Principal Scheduler to join our School Assessment team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing comprehensive project schedules for multiple projects and programs, ensuring alignment with internal and customer deliverables. Your efforts will play a critical role in meeting deadlines and delivering quality outcomes for our clients and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for creating schedules that align with project scope, processes, resources, and deadlines.
- Collaborate internally to establish schedules that optimize resource allocation for client or customer needs.
- Monitor and track schedule progress weekly in coordination with functional and portfolio project management teams.
- Ensure adherence to scheduling best practices and procedures across all projects.
- Negotiate across functional departments to maintain critical project schedules.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of process improvements for more efficient scheduling.
- Identify and manage risks and incidents related to scheduling.
- Facilitate Post Project Review processes for specific projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 3–5 years of project management experience (scheduling experience preferred).
- Experience working with external clients and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to follow processes and collaborate effectively.
Skills and Attributes
- Creative problem-solver who can think outside the box.
- Strong leadership abilities, comfortable facilitating meetings and negotiating across teams.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Process-driven with a desire to embrace and lead process improvements.
- Proficient in Smartsheet (preferred).
- Background in assessment or education (preferred).
- Self-motivated learner, eager to understand Pearson’s offerings in School Assessment.
- Outstanding project/program management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
Why Join Pearson?
At Pearson, we are committed to transforming lives through learning. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education while working in a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive environment.
What to expect from Pearson
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York State, New York City, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
The minimum full-time salary range is between $70,000 - $80,000
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
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What to expect from Pearson
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
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Job: PROJECT/PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 17938
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