Job Duties:
The Project assistant will organize, manage, and plan complex projects for the organization’s research, development, and product implementation efforts. • Assists the PM to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency. • Outlines the tasks involved in the project and delegates accordingly with assistance from PM. • Assists the PM by conducting cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project. • Prepares and implements a budget based on estimates. • Conducts risk assessments: reports identified risks to management provides recommendations for mitigation of risk. • Addresses questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project. • Acts as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors. • Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices. • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong supervisory and leadership skills. • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. • Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
