RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Miami, FL.
Summary:
The Junior Project Manager performs the role of Project Manager to assist in the planning, facilitation, and communication of deliverables that involves the Analytics Team projects. The candidate must have incredible organizational skills to collaborate effectively with developers, stakeholders, data experts and technical leads across different teams. This role is in person and part of the Global E-commerce Analytics & BI team. As a Junior Project Manager, you will support the domestic and international teams under the guidance of the Project Management Lead.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Manages projects from start to finish by facilitating with the teams scheduling, assignment of tasks, and providing project plans to complete the project
* The Junior Project Manager coordinates daily tasks and reviews new Jira requests submitted; Then effectively communicates next steps to developers and stakeholders
* Enables close cooperation across all roles and functions
* Facilitates sessions across various departments to understand and define projects
* Effectively prepares and communicates project status reports regarding project milestones, deliverables, considerations, and risks to key stakeholders
* Maintains and archives all project related documentation
* Resolves or escalates impediments throughout the project lifecycle
* Provides continuous feedback to project members and input during daily stand ups, planning sessions, backlog management, and retrospective ceremonies
* Builds and maintains relationships with team members, key stakeholders and/or external contacts (vendors, etc.)
* Builds a trusting and safe work environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame, retribution, or judgement
REQUIREMENTS:
* Experience in PowerPoint and excel for presentations and project plans
* Experience working in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
* Experience in managing multiple teams and their respective priorities
* Experience in working with 3rd party vendors related to project delivery
* Jira, MS Project, Asana, or related Project Management tool experience
* Understanding of Agile concepts including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.
* Understands how to communicate difficult or sensitive information tactfully
* Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
* Adapt to change and continuous improvement
* Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent in verbal and written communication with all levels within an organization
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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.