What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Project Manager position at DMA INC?
As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:
- 2025 Great Places to Work Certified
- Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
- Company paid parental leave
- Generous time off package
- Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
- Culturally focused on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees
This is a hybrid position with an expectation to be in our Fort Wayne, IN office a minimum of two days per week. This position does not qualify for relocation assistance. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position does not qualify for employment-based sponsorship.
Position Summary
The Associate Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of IT projects. This entry-level role assists project managers in managing timelines, resources, and documentation, while ensuring communication across teams. The Associate PM contributes to the successful delivery of technology solutions by helping maintain project alignment with business goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in scoping, planning, and tracking project activities and deliverables.
Support the coordination of product and technical specifications and resources.
Help facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and QA/QC meetings.
Collaborate with product owners, subject matter experts, and clients to document requirements.
Maintain project documentation and ensure updates are published and accessible.
Monitor task progress and assist in identifying risks or delays.
Support communication between distributed teams to optimize resource utilization.
Prepare and distribute project status updates to stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous improvement of PMO processes and tools.
Education and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Information Systems, or related field.
1 year experience in project coordination or related role preferred.
Familiarity with SDLC and project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite; exposure to Jira or MS Project is a plus.
PMP certification through PMI is not required but encouraged for professional development.
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