Junior Project Coordinator (Primavera P6 Experience Required)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026.
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and organized Junior Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of projects across various departments. This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their project management career who is eager to gain hands-on experience in a structured, fast-paced environment. Exposure to tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project will be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures
Monitor project timelines and milestones, updating schedules as necessary
Coordinate project meetings, document minutes, and track action items
Support project tracking, reporting, and stakeholder communications
Help identify risks and dependencies, escalating issues when needed
Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to PMO processes and templates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth project execution
Maintain alignment with scope, budget, and time objectives under the guidance of a senior project manager
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
Experience:
2+ years in a project support, coordination, or assistant project management role
Exposure to Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools
Prior experience in structured project environments (e.g., construction, IT, engineering, infrastructure) is advantageous
Internship or entry-level project management training is a plus
Skills & Competencies
Basic understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall or Agile)
Familiarity with project scheduling and resource planning concepts
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable working with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Willingness to learn and grow within a project delivery environment
Ability to follow direction, manage tasks, and collaborate with diverse teams
Nice to Have
- Exposure to PMO practices or formal project management certifications (e.g., CAPM,PRINCE2 Foundation)
Experience preparing Gantt charts and progress reports
Understanding of risk and issue management principles