Junior Project Manager / Project Coordinator

Job Summary

Entry-level project management role supporting planning, coordination, and execution of product development or implementation projects in a regulated environment. This position works with cross-functional teams to track schedules, monitor project progress, support risk identification, and ensure compliance with quality and documentation standards. Ideal for candidates with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and early experience in project coordination or technical project support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution for new or existing product initiatives
• Track project timelines, deliverables, risks, and action items
• Prepare project status updates, reports, and meeting documentation
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, operations, and vendors
• Assist in identifying project risks and support issue resolution
• Maintain project documentation in compliance with quality system requirements
• Support project leads with resource coordination and task follow-up
• Ensure project activities align with internal processes and regulatory standards
• Participate in team meetings and provide project coordination support

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 0–3 years of experience in project coordination, project support, or related business/technical role
• Basic understanding of project planning and scheduling concepts
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar project tracking tools
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to quality systems, compliance, or regulated industries preferred

Preferred Background

• Entry-level experience in project coordination, implementation, operations, or product support
• Exposure to product development, NPI, or technical project environments
• Experience supporting documentation, reporting, or compliance-driven processes