Junior Project Manager

Junior Project Manager

Location: Theodore, AL (On-Site)
Department: Project Management
Reports To: Controller

About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated Junior Project Manager to join our client’s team on-site in Theodore. This is a great opportunity for a recent business graduate with some work history who wants to grow into a long-term career in project management. You’ll help keep projects on track, capture key details in meetings, and support cross-functional teams from kickoff through completion.

The company will fully sponsor your PMP certification within your first year if you don’t already hold the credential.

What You’ll Do

• Run meeting operations: scheduling, agendas, notes, and action items

• Build and maintain project plans and timelines (MS Project & Asana)

• Track deliverables, follow up on deadlines, and help remove roadblocks

• Publish weekly status updates and simple dashboards to keep teams aligned

• Maintain RAID/RACI logs, change logs, and source-of-truth documentation

• Coordinate on-site handoffs with design, engineering, operations, and suppliers

Tools You’ll Use

• Microsoft Project (Gantt charts, dependencies, baselines)

• Asana (projects, tasks, reporting)

How Success Is Measured

• 100% of meetings documented within 24 hours

• =90% on-time completion rate for tracked tasks

• Project plans kept current with real dates, owners, and dependencies

• Risks and issues logged early with owners and mitigation strategies

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

• 0–2 years in project coordination, project management, or operations (internships count)

• Excellent organization and note-taking skills

• Strong written communication — concise, professional summaries

• Comfortable facilitating small meetings and driving accountability

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to APQP/PPAP/ISO, ITIL, or Agile basics

• Experience building RAID logs or project decks

• CAPM or Scrum fundamentals

Compensation & Growth

• Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 (depending on experience)

• Full benefits package + paid PMP training and exam support

Apply today to start your career path in project management with hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and a clear growth trajectory.