Project Coordinator-Specialist

Sunward Federal Credit Union•Albuquerque, NM

9h•$27 - $34

About The Position

The Project Coordinator-Specialist supports project management efforts at Sunward and helps ensure enterprise projects and initiatives are tracked and reported in a timely, clear manner. The role provides project management support for enterprise initiatives as needed, with primary responsibilities in project coordination, scheduling, reporting, and analysis. It works independently with general guidance, using sound judgment to prioritize work, evaluate options, and recommend solutions. Project managers retain accountability for project delivery, scope, and budget.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in project management, project reporting, or related roles.
Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.
Understanding of project management principles and tactics.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, including the ability to motivate individuals and senior leaders across the organization.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
Familiarity and comfort with directing, using, editing, and creating AI-generated tools and reports.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Jira and other project management software and tools, including the ability to train others and generate custom reports and templates.
Strong documentation and report-writing skills.
Strong self-motivation and drive, with the ability to set priorities, exercise sound judgment within established frameworks, and escalate higher-risk or ambiguous issues.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in project management or a related field; relevant work experience equivalent to a degree may be considered.
CAPM certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain the enterprise project portfolio calendar and track due dates, delivery dates, and project status.
Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
Maintain project documentation, including contracts, reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
Prepare monthly reports and update stakeholders on the status, risks, and issues of key enterprise projects.
Build reports using AI, PowerPoint, and Excel to inform executive leadership about project status.
Analyze project completion rates, project status, and completion risks, and recommend corrective actions.
Support project managers in delivering projects on time and within scope.
Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of project materials.
Act as a back-up for project managers as needed.
Coordinate project meetings, including preparing agendas and taking meeting notes.
Assist and advise in developing and implementing project plans and schedules.
Lead less complex, short-term projects or workstreams as needed.
Identify potential risks and dependencies affecting project timelines and objectives, and recommend mitigation options.
Partner with enterprise leaders to create, update, and provide guidance on project reporting and planning.
Conduct quality reviews of reporting and planning.
Maintain records in the enterprise project management database to ensure projects are tracked and reported as needed.
Generate templates and reports to facilitate project tracking and reporting.
Serve as a resource for project management software knowledge, including Jira.
Perform other duties as assigned.