Project Coordinator

Description

Experienced Project Scheduler

• Creates and maintains detailed project timelines by outlining tasks, estimating labor needs, and coordinating with teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Key responsibilities include using project management software to track progress, communicating updates and potential delays, identifying and mitigating risks, and generating reports for management.

Core responsibilities

• Develop and maintain schedules: Create comprehensive project schedules that detail tasks, dependencies, durations, and resource assignments using project management software.
• Coordinate and communicate: Collaborate with project managers, internal departments, external vendors, and stakeholders to align on project goals, deadlines, and progress.
• Monitor and analyze progress: Track project execution against the schedule, identify potential issues or bottlenecks, and analyze performance data to forecast risks and suggest solutions.
• Report and advise: Provide regular status reports to management and stakeholders on project health, timelines, and key milestones. Advise the team on necessary schedule adjustments or remediation plans.
• Manage resources: Help plan resource allocation and priorities to ensure the project stays on track and within budget.

Key skills and qualifications

• Technical skills: Proficiency in project scheduling software (e.g., MS Projects) is essential.
• Analytical skills: The ability to analyze project data, identify risks, and evaluate performance is crucial for creating realistic and effective schedules.
• Communication skills: Strong interpersonal skills are needed to effectively communicate with various team members and stakeholders and build rapport.
• Organizational skills: Excellent organizational abilities are necessary for managing complex timelines and keeping detailed records.
• Experience: A background in project management, scheduling, and planning is typically required, along with knowledge of the specific industry the project is in.