Junior Project Manager

Kal Tire • Vernon, BC

9d • $60,900 - $70,100

About The Position

The Junior Project Manager will assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager. This role is ideal for an aspiring project manager who is looking to gain hands-on experience and develop their project management skills in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience in project management or a related field. Internship experience may be considered.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn about project management practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a plus
• Project Management certification (e.g., CAPM, PSM) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Support project kick-off meetings and continuously monitor project progress.
• Invoice and forecasting tracking, including adding project codes and following up on approvals.
• Managing the on boarding and off boarding of resources
• Serve as a point of contact for project stakeholders and team members.
• Prepare and distribute project status reports.
• Maintain project documentation, including plans, meeting minutes, and risk logs.
• Ensure all project documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Help with task assignments and follow up on deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Track project milestones and deliverables.
• Assist in identifying and assessing project risks and issues.
• Support the development of mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions.
• Email Distribution list maintenance
• Identify areas for process improvement and support the implementation of best practices.
• Support the management and pro-actively maintain of Azure DevOps (ADO) project boards, including updating work items, tracking progress, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Assist with backlog coordination, sprint tracking, and monitoring project deliverables through ADO dashboards and queries.
• Help maintain project governance by tracking risks, impediments, decisions, and action items within ADO.
• Support the preparation of project status reporting via ADO dashboards for stakeholders and leadership reviews.
• Coordinate with project streams to ensure ADO work items and documentation are properly aligned with project timelines and priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package. The target compensation for this role is $60,900 to $70,100 per year based on experience We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Extended group health, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible full-time and part-time permanent employees.
• Employee Assistance Program
• A group RRSP/DPSP matching program
• Discount on tires and mechanical services
• Positive work culture, opportunities for growth and development, and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, such as training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level