Project Management Associate

About the role

We're looking for a motivated and ambitious Project Management Associate to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional who is eager to build a career in project management, take initiative, and grow quickly within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll support the planning, execution, and delivery of projects while developing the skills needed to advance into more senior PM roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets under the guidance of senior project managers
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to track deliverables, milestones, and deadlines
• Monitor project progress and flag risks or delays to leadership in a timely manner
• Prepare status reports, meeting notes, and project documentation
• Support resource allocation and scheduling across active projects
• Help facilitate team meetings, stand-ups, and stakeholder check-ins
• Maintain project management tools and systems
• Proactively identify process improvements and contribute ideas to increase team efficiency
• Take ownership of smaller project components or workstreams as skills develop

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 0–2 years of experience in project coordination, management, or a related role (internships count)
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; familiarity with project management software is a plus

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Self-motivated: You take initiative without needing constant direction and hold yourself accountable for outcomes
• Ambitious: You're driven to grow your career, take on new challenges, and continuously improve your skills
• Adaptable: You thrive in ambiguity and can pivot quickly as priorities shift
• Collaborative: You work well with diverse teams and build strong stakeholder relationships
• Detail-oriented: You catch the small things that keep projects on track

Preferred (Not Required)

• CAPM certification (or actively pursuing PMP/CAPM)
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Internship or coursework involving project coordination