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Junior Project Manager

Position Overview:

The Junior Project Manager will assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager. This role is ideal for an aspiring project manager who is looking to gain hands-on experience and develop their project management skills in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination:

Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Support project kick-off meetings and continuously monitor project progress.
Invoice and forecasting tracking, including adding project codes and following up on approvals.
Managing the on boarding and off boarding of resources

Communication:

Serve as a point of contact for project stakeholders and team members.
Prepare and distribute project status reports.

Documentation:

Maintain project documentation, including plans, meeting minutes, and risk logs.
Ensure all project documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.

Task Management:

Help with task assignments and follow up on deliverables to ensure timely completion.
Track project milestones and deliverables.

Risk Management:

Assist in identifying and assessing project risks and issues.
Support the development of mitigation strategies.

Team Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals.
Attend team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions.
Email Distribution list maintenance

Process Improvement:

Identify areas for process improvement and support the implementation of best practices.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
Experience: 0-2 years of experience in project management or a related field. Internship experience may be considered.
Skills:

Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a plus.

Certifications: Project Management certification (e.g., CAPM, PSM) is a plus but not required.

Personal Attributes:

Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Enthusiastic and eager to learn about project management practices.
Good communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.

What we offer:

This target salary range for this position is $ 60,480-$ 68,727
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Defined contribution pension plan and a group RRSP/DPSP matching program
Discount on tires and mechanical services
Flexible hybrid work policy/ Opportunity to work remotely
Positive work culture, opportunities for growth and development, and work-life balance.
Opportunities for professional development, such as training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.

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