PROJECT COORDINATOR
Chicago, IL, United States
Company Description
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com - 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ a high-tech/high-touch investigative case management system.
YOUR MISSION
We are looking for a responsible Project Coordinator to administer and organize and manage investigative projects that require a great attention to detail and confidentiality.
Job Description
SUMMARY
Project Coordinator responsibilities include working closely with our Operations Department to prepare comprehensive action plans, including resources, time frames, and budgets for projects. You will perform various coordinating tasks, like schedule and risk management, along with administrative duties, like maintaining project documentation, customer service, metrics driven communication and data centered evaluations. To succeed in this role, you should have excellent time management, communication skills, peripherals, trouble shooting skills, as you’ll collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines.
Ultimately, the Project Coordinator’s duties are to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet high-quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information
Break projects into doable actions and set time frames
Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope, and objectives
Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management
Make sure that clients’ needs and support are met as projects evolve
Help prepare budgets
Analyze risks and opportunities
Oversee project procurement management
Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise
Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
Use tools to monitor working hours, plans, and expenditures
Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. contracts and terms of the agreement)
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports
Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests
REQUIREMENTS
In-Office position
Great attitude
Proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role
Experience in project management, from conception to delivery
Result driven
Strong work ethic and determination to meet deadlines
An ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules, and step-by-step action plans
Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google docs
TECH SKILLS
Technical skill to learn new proprietary reporting and case management programs
Operating knowledge of and experience with Google Suite of apps including Gmail, Google Docs, and Forms
Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Usage of telephones, copiers, printers (paper, toner & ink change), and the Internet
Hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g. Basecamp or Trello)
Qualifications
Associate degree with 3+ years proven experience as Office Coordinator or relevant role.
High School Diploma with minimum 5+ years proven experience Office Coordinator or relevant role
Operating knowledge of and experience in the following:
Google for Business Cloud Services including Gmail Good Docs and Forms
Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Experience and knowledge of typical office equipment, such as telephones, printer/copier, fax machine, E-mail, e-mail software, intranet and Internet.
Technologically able to troubleshoot and set up equipment
Strong Customer Service skills.
Superior organizational and multitasking skills.
Demonstrated working knowledge of effective time management.
Skilled at articulating difficult concepts and making them clear to all team members.
Analytical approach to problem-solving.
Proactive - choose to act rather than be acted upon.
Regularly creates solutions through effective planning.
Must be available to work weekends, or overtime as needed.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, quality service, and team orientation.
Able to ramp up and learn quickly. The need to think and manage fast on your feet to reach timely objectives will be essential.
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time
HYBRID/ REMOTE
$15-20/hr.
Benefits (after 90 days)
Continuous business training and growth
Opportunity for advancement
Close to public transportation
We look forward to receiving your application! All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you have the qualifications for this role and you are innovative, curious, eager to learn and make an impact with passion for perfection, we want to hear from you!
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