Project Manager 1

About the role

The Junior Project Manager at TÜV SÜD provides project coordination and administrative support for technical laboratory services, including Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electrical Safety, Wireless, Cybersecurity, and related testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating active projects and tracking progress against established schedules.
• Update project schedules, milestones, and internal tracking systems.
• Maintain professional communication consistent with TÜV SÜD standards.
• Create, update, and maintain projects within internal business systems (e.g., PSE).
• Aid in project setup, scope verification, invoicing, and document management.
• Support preparation of quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and project close-out activities.
• Ensure project records remain complete, accurate, and current.
• Assist with project assignment and workload coordination.
• Cope with project information between engineers, technical leads, and administrative staff.
• Help ensure engineering hours, test results, and required documentation are entered in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities to improve project coordination and administrative efficiency.
• Participate in departmental process improvement initiatives.
• Support the TÜV SÜD America vision, mission, and values.
• Comply with all TÜV SÜD America policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Cooperate with and support other TÜV SÜD locations as required.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in project coordination, project administration, customer service, laboratory operations, or a technical support environment.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail; ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities; strong verbal and written communication skills; customer-focused with professional interpersonal skills; ability to learn technical processes and internal project management systems; comfort working with engineers, project managers, and technical personnel; strong problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions when guidance is needed; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams); ability to work independently while following established procedures and management direction; demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.