IT Project Planner and Coordinator - (Remote worker opening)
About the position Responsibilities • Develop and maintain project schedules, resource allocation plans, and critical path analyses to ensure timely project delivery. • Coordinate and schedule project tasks, activities, and milestones with project team members, stakeholders, and vendors. • Identify and mitigate potential project risks and develop contingency plans as needed. • Monitor and control project progress, identifying and addressing deviations from the project plan. • Collaborate with project managers, team members, and stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet quality and scope requirements. • Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and status reports. • Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, including status updates, progress reviews, and issue resolution. • Identify and prioritize project tasks and activities, allocating resources and assigning responsibilities to team members. • Develop and track project budgets, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with organizational financial policies. • Provide project status updates to senior management, stakeholders, and clients as required. • Identify and implement process improvements to increase project efficiency and effectiveness. • Coordinate program risk and opportunity management activities. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field. • 2-4 years of related experience. • Advanced knowledge of MS Suite of tools specifically MS Project & Excel. • Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile frameworks. • Ability to solve problems creatively. • Familiarity with project management software tools (SPM), methodologies, and best practices. • Familiarity with DOD project control practices including DCMA 14 point assessments. • Experience with assisting & coordinating technical projects through the full life cycle. • Strong interpersonal and communications skills. • Ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline. • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Nice-to-haves • Strong presentation skills. • Familiarity with advanced project scheduling and risk analysis techniques. • Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Benefits • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Health savings accounts • 401(k) savings plan • Disability coverage • Life and accident insurance • Employee assistance program • Legal plan • Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Paid parental leave • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Federal and state sick leave • Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards Apply tot his job