Junior Project Manager

About the company

JD Software is a growing GovTech company based in Salem, MA, specializing in innovative SaaS solutions for the public sector. We help government agencies streamline essential services like licensing and regulatory compliance with our flagship product arc. From supporting licensing for various health professions to enhancing regulatory processes, we focus on delivering real value through collaboration and technology.

About the role

As a Junior Project Manager at JD Software, you will work as part of a dedicated team of engineers delivering cutting-edge solutions for the public sector. The position will provide exposure to a wide variety of technologies and the business problems those technologies can solve. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement as JD Software enters a major growth phase.

Responsibilities

• Develop project deliverables, status reports, and other work products including project plans, schedules, and documentation
• Provide regular status updates and report to clients
• Record, triage, track, and escalate client issues
• Lead client meetings and product demonstrations
• Develop and document client requirements
• Serve as the main point of contact for multiple clients
• Develop a strong working knowledge of all systems supported by the company

Requirements

• Excellent organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed yet reports to the Senior Technical Project Manager
• Prior project management experience using both Agile and Waterfall techniques in IT-related projects
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with diverse business and technical teams
• BS in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification
• Experience in public sector IT consulting
• Knowledge of the management of public sector licensing and permitting processes

Benefits

We offer a very competitive compensation package and excellent career growth opportunities.