Junior Project Manager Jobs

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

● Collaborate with stakeholders to identify project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria related to business operations.

● Work with stakeholders to document project requirements and user stories.

● Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, to ensure successful project execution.

● Coordinate internal and external resources for the planning and execution of projects

● Lead project teams, providing clear direction, guidance, and support throughout all project phases.

● Document project status and milestones using project management tools such as Asana.

● Coordinate and communicate project progress, milestones, and potential risks to stakeholders and senior management.

● Manage project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effectiveness throughout project lifecycles.

● Conduct regular project meetings, documenting decisions, action items, and follow-up tasks.

● Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication between IT teams and business units to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.

● Identify and resolve project issues and conflicts, proactively managing risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

● Conduct post-project evaluations, capturing lessons learned and implementing process improvements for future projects.

● Actively drive the enhancement of project management processes, tooling, and templates to improve the project management function

● Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions that optimize business operations.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant technical training with preferred certification.

● 2+ years Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, preferably with a focus on projects impacting business operations.

● Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.

● Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

● Solid organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

● Technical proficiency in relevant IT domains, such as infrastructure, software development, and systems integration.

● Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex situations and drive solutions.

● Experience in Agile or other iterative project management methodologies is a plus.

● Familiarity with business process analysis and improvement methodologies is advantageous.

● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing priorities