Project Manager - Junior

Responsibilities

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 Skills

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.

Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."