Junior IT Project Manager

Join Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. (EBI) and you'll be part of a team that leads science, innovation, and technology on different industry fronts. Working here will provide you with an exciting and motivating career full of development and growth opportunities throughout our businesses. We are a global company that prides itself on having passionate, diverse and dedicated employees who work together to achieve uncommon results.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior IT Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects. This role works closely with the IT PMO leader, technical teams, and business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a foundational understanding of IT systems and project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and managing IT projects from initiation to closure

• Supports development of project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations

• Coordinates with cross-functional teams including developers, analysts, vendors, and stakeholders

• Tracks project progress and maintains status reports, dashboards, and documentation

• Identifies risks and issues; escalates when appropriate and assists in mitigation planning

• Facilitates meetings, prepares agendas, and documents meeting notes and action items

• Ensures project documentation is complete and maintained according to standards

• Monitors project deliverables to ensure alignment with scope and business objectives

• Supports change management and communication efforts

• Assists with vendor coordination and contract tracking as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, IT project management, or related roles

• Basic understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)

• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project/Planner)

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification

• Experience working on ERP and infrastructure projects

• Understanding of SDLC and IT service management concepts

• Exposure to budgeting and financial tracking

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail

• Problem-solving mindset

• Team collaboration

• Adaptability and willingness to learn

• Customer-focused approach

Salary Range: $92,000 - $110,000

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.