Junior Project Manager at Element Materials Technology

, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

62400.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Scheduling, Financial Administration, Vendor Coordination, Stakeholder Communication, Reporting, Documentation, Quality Oversight, Compliance, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Proactivity, Technical Experience, Regulatory Knowledge

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Overview We are seeking a Junior Project Manager to join our team for a large-scale refurbishment of our aerospace and nuclear testing facility. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a high-stakes, technically complex environment. The ideal candidate is a proactive and highly organized professional who can support the Program Manager by handling day-to-day project management tasks. Salary: $45,760.00 - $62,400.00/yr DOE Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:• Schedule Management: Maintain and update the comprehensive project schedule in Smartsheet, ensuring all tasks, milestones, and dependencies are accurately reflected. You will be responsible for tracking progress, identifying potential delays, and proactively communicating schedule changes.• Financial Administration: Assist in the day-to-day management of project finances. This includes tracking invoices against vendor contracts, reconciling expenses with the project budget, and monitoring cash flow to ensure alignment with project timelines. You will prepare detailed financial summaries and reports for the Program Manager's review.• Vendor and Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for routine communication with multiple vendors and internal stakeholders. This involves scheduling meetings, preparing and circulating meeting minutes, following up on deliverables, and addressing initial inquiries to ensure smooth operations.• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and compile project status reports, including financial summaries, schedule updates, and risk logs, for weekly and monthly presentations to the Managing Board. You will be responsible for maintaining a centralized log of all project risks and issues, tracking their status, and documenting mitigation plans.• Revenue Continuity Support: Work closely with the Program Manager to help ensure that refurbishment activities do not disrupt ongoing facility operations or revenue streams. This includes coordinating with the facility's operations team to schedule work in a way that minimizes impact.• Quality & Compliance Oversight: Assist in documenting and tracking compliance with project specifications, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements specific to the aerospace and nuclear industries. Skills / Qualifications Required Qualifications:• 1-3 years of experience in a project-based role, preferably within a technical, industrial, or government contracting environment.• Proficiency with project management software, with a strong preference for direct, hands-on experience using Smartsheet for scheduling and resource management.• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative. Desired Qualifications:• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or other relevant certifications are a plus.• Experience in the aerospace, nuclear, or similar highly regulated industries.• Familiarity with financial tracking and reporting tools. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) “If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com”

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Responsibilities

The Junior Project Manager will maintain the project schedule, assist in financial administration, and coordinate with vendors and stakeholders. They will also prepare project status reports and ensure compliance with industry regulations.