Information Technology Project Coordinator

Position Title: Project Coordinator

Location: White Plains, NY 10601 (Hybrid)

Duration : 12 +Months (Possible extension)

Working hours : 37.5 hours in a week

Job description

• Assist in the planning, execution, and closing of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and objectives.
• Liaise with stakeholders to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, work plans, and status reports.
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise, escalating as necessary to ensure project timelines are met.
• Prepare and present regular status reports to project stakeholders, including senior management.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation, including project partnership agreements, risk management plans, and post-project evaluations.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure the application meets business requirements and user expectations.
• Utilize project management software to track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in budget management and resource allocation for projects.
• Ensure adherence to PMO (Project Management Office) processes and methodologies, providing input to improve and streamline these processes.

Skills

• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Planview, Procore).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Capability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Ability to facilitate stakeholder meetings and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Capability to conduct training sessions and provide user support.
• Experience in change management and process improvement initiatives.
• Advanced analytical skills to assess project performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in PMO processes, including project portfolio management, resource management, and risk management.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is a plus.