Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Manager - Junior in Laurel, MD.
Key Tasks:
- Responsible for ensuring work performed is within scope, consistent with requirements, and delivered on time and on budget
- Performs day-to-day management of projects, identify issues and risks
- Identifies issues and risks and recommends possible mitigation strategies associated with the project
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related technical field and one (1) year minimum of relevant experience
- At least 1-year experience in a project coordinator role
- Basic understanding of project management principles
- Excellent customer service skills
- General knowledge of project management software
- Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Project management knowledge, organizational skills, communications skills, time management, team collaboration, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Specialized Experience: Ability to:
- Develop concrete, detailed plans for a project, including the schedule, the budget, and outlining the duties of each team member
- Collaborate with various teams and conduct meetings to develop project plans
- Identify project goals and setting a timeline for the project
- Manage diverse project teams to ensure successful task completion
- Be responsible for gathering and documenting all project artifacts
- Have comfort speaking to large groups and senior management
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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.
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Skills:
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Concrete, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Legal, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Development, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Set Goals, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
About the Company:
Kforce Inc.
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.
Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.
Company Size:
1,000 to 1,499 employees
Industry:
Financial Services
Founded:
1962
Website:
http://www.kforce.com/
