Associate Project Manager

Job description

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Associate Project Manager.Summary:As an Associate Project Manager, you are an important member of our Program Management Office (PMO) organization. In our fast-paced, dynamic environment, you will contribute to a multi-disciplinary software engineering organization and to cross department projects and programs from early concept through requirements, development, technical and sales readiness, to market delivery. You get exposure to managing program/project schedules, learn how to identify risks, solve problems, and clearly communicate to program stakeholders. This position is an in-office position (with occasional flexibility as needed).Duties: * Associate Project Manager will provide project support for our clients (internal/external) the creation of project plans, critical paths, and managing timelines * Work with clients and various internal teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and documented, and that projects are managed and delivered according to expectation * Assist in the creation, communicate, maintain, and drive project timelines for R&D projects * Follow processes, procedures, and policies to ensure compliance for the Project Management Office * Understand the objectives on all projects and provide direction on deliverables relating to production and execution * Collaborate with team members on ways to improve internal processes and client programs * Organize, attend, and participate in project status meetings, prepare, or create documentation and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings * As an Associate Project Manager, you will assist with logistics and planning for virtual and in-person team events and gatherings and provide hands-on assistance as needed during events * Partner closely with our internal teams to support in the planning and execution of important technology announcements related to the R&D leadership team * Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Business, Web Design and Development, Computer Science, Marketing, Communication, or equivalent experience * Minimum 1 year of working experience in project management (digital project management is a plus) * Proficiency in computer skills in Google product suite, Jira, Smartsheet, etc. * Proficiency in computer skills in MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and project planning software such as MS Project, Workfront, Jira, etc. * Excellent client-facing and internal written and verbal communication skills * Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills * Confident, assertive, self-motivated, quick learner * Calm, cool and collected under pressure. Having strong interpersonal skills is key * Passionate about success for yourself, the client, and your support team * A team player who also works well independently, thinks creatively & critically, solves problems, and takes initiative * Exceptional interpersonal, and communication skills * Willing to work on new challenges but remain focused on your regular duties * Comfortable with tight deadlines; Organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and able to multitask * Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced work environment and constantly changing * Ability to contribute to the success of the ATL office by performing administrative functions when needed Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.*Compensation Type:*Years