Project Coordinator

Description
Job Summary:
The primary function of the Project Coordinator is to assist in the planning, executing, & finalizing projects. Helping to coordinate the efforts of team members, vendors, and functional managers to deliver projects according to plan is essential.

Essential Responsibilities/Activities

• Assist in the definition and requirements of project scope with project sponsor as well as stakeholders.
• Assist in setting project schedule timelines, and milestones with functional managers and team.
• Follow development of projects with quality standards & meeting deadlines budget.
• Keep open and effective communication with team members and management throughout the life cycle of project in a timely manner.
• Continually set and communicate project expectations with team members.
• Set up and facilitate project meetings.
• Help to identify appropriate resources needed for the completion of project.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and help devise contingency plans.
• Develop and deliver meeting summaries, status reports, and presentations.
• Build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to the success of project and business goals.
• Conduct project lessons learned and create recommendations and reports in order to identify successful project elements.

Additional Key Responsibilities

• Solid understanding of Project Methodologies
• Experience in leading successful projects
• Must have excellent soft skills in leadership and communication
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective communicator with all levels (team members to senior management)
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in IT-related field
• 3-5 years experience helping lead projects
• Familiar with Project Management software preferred
• Good familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
• PM certification is a plus

Essential Physical Functions

• Sitting for prolonged periods
• Lift up to 50 lbs.