Jr Software Project Manager - AMS Workplace Technology : Job Details

AMS Workplace Technology is seeking a junior level software project coordinator to help manage software implementation projects for customers. This Project Coordinator role will work together with a Project Lead on the design side to help manage typical project management tasks.

Note: Please consider before applying if you are overqualified for this junior level position. We are also looking for a candidate who can reasonably commute to the office in Fairfield, NJ at least twice per week.

• Create and manage project schedules and budgets from initiation phase to closeout phase
• Identify and track action items, deliverables, and key milestones for client and internal projects
• Collaborate with Project Leads to ensure project scope is clearly defined and documented in a project proposal
• Document and implement AMS standard project management processes for other employees
• Procure purchase orders from clients and track the status of client invoices and payments
• Communicate project status, budget, issues and risks to client decision makers/stakeholders and AMS leadership
• Develop and analyze course of action (COA) plans with AMS consultants and present solutions to client stakeholders
• Track project burn rates and identify potential budget risks
• Document meeting agendas and notes for client and internal status meetings

• Project Management software, such as MS Project or something similar
• Understanding of SDLC and software development methodologies (Waterfall and Agile)
• MS Office Suite (MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word)
• Effective and proactive communicative skills
• Task and goal-oriented individual with great attention to detail and ability to multitask

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent Preferred
• 1+ years Project Management Experience Preferred
• Familiarity with software development projects

• Full-time - 40 hours/week
• Salary based position

Flexible work from home options available.

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance