Kforce has a client in Houston, TX that is seeking an IT Project Planner. Project Scheduling and Planning: * Develop detailed project schedules that outline the sequence of work and project milestones * Collaborate with project teams to gather input and validate timelines, dependencies, and resource allocations * Maintain and update project schedules regularly to reflect progress, delays, or changes in project scope Earned Value Management (EVM): * Apply EVM techniques to monitor project performance against the baseline schedule and budget * Calculate key EVM metrics such as Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), Actual Cost (AC), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), and Cost Performance Index (CPI) * Provide EVM analysis and reports to project stakeholders, highlighting any variances and potential risks Use of Project Management Tools: * Utilize MS Project or equivalent software to develop, manage, and track project schedules * Integrate schedules with other project management tools and software used by the organization * Generate reports, Gantt charts, and other visualizations to communicate project status to stakeholders Coordination and Communication: * Work closely with project managers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project timelines and deliverables * Facilitate regular schedule review meetings to discuss progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed * Prepare and present schedule updates, EVM reports, and performance summaries to management and stakeholders