Communications Project Lead (34912)

Myticas Consulting is seeking a contract, part-time, COMMUNICATIONS PROJECT LEAD for our direct client in Grand Rapids, MI.  

Title:  Communications Project Lead
Contract:  W2
Length:  5 months 
Rate: $35-45/hr
Location:  Remote
Client Location: Grand Rapids, MI
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Job Description Summary:

The Project Lead, Communications supports a limited portfolio of key change, communications, and culture initiatives, with an anticipated commitment of 15-20 hours per week. This role coordinates cross-functional workstreams, manages timelines and dependencies, and keeps teams aligned and accountable to deadlines. The work is primarily project-based, remote, and focused on execution and follow-up. With a strong emphasis on organization and stakeholder coordination, this role keeps work moving, surfaces risks to communications leaders, and ensures meetings are well managed. The ideal candidate brings experience coordinating enterprise projects and communications along with the ability to operate independently in a fast‑moving environment.

Responsibilities Across Initiatives

· Project Management

Ø Maintain project plans across workstreams

Ø Track progress against milestones and adjust plans as priorities, timelines, and inputs change

Ø Monitor deliverables across teams and follow up as needed to ensure on-time delivery

Ø Proactively identify and escalate risks, issues, or delays to maintain progress

Meeting & Stakeholder Management

Ø Manage steering committee agendas, meeting material development, and follow-ups

Ø Document decisions and action items to ensure stakeholders remain aligned on expectations, timing, and next steps

Ø Coordinate scheduling changes and logistics for steering committee, employee portal roadshow, working sessions, and other related meetings

Ø Serve as a central point of coordination to reduce friction, clarify next steps, and keep stakeholders connected and informed

Communications Support

Ø Support the planning and delivery of communications tied to key milestones, including employee portal training plans, pilot communications, and launch‑related promotions

Ø Assist with drafting, reviewing, organizing, and delivering communications, such as training plans, pilot invitations, registration instructions, etc.

Ø Ensure communications are aligned to project timelines, reviewed on schedule, and released on time

Skills & Abilities

· Strong strategic project management and organizational skills

· Strong collaboration and communication skills

· Comfort coordinating enterprise initiatives

· Comfort managing timelines, dependencies, and follow-ups without formal authority

· Able to work independently in a remote setting and manage shifting priorities

· Familiarity with communications, change management, and technology launches preferred