Job Location: Chandler, AZ
Location: Chandler, AZ
We are one of the first virtual reality-based companies in the world, and we’re focused on developing and delivering the world’s finest simulation systems, for both firearms and use of force training, to our clients who are mostly military and law enforcement in the U.S. and throughout the world.
We are currently looking for a Project Coordinator to join our PMO. Not only will you play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of deeply complex and highly technical projects, but you will be on the front lines of developing cutting-edge, world-class simulations products! Do we have your attention yet!?
Essential Functions:
- Coordinate project management activities by organizing project schedules, resources, equipment, and information.
- Definition and refinement of project requirements, scope and objectives with customers, stakeholders, and the development teams; coordinate requirements change as necessary throughout the project lifecycle, documenting compliance at the completion.
- Assist in developing a budget and operating plan for projects and programs.
- Assist in the coordination for accomplishment of all planned milestones and phases, including verification, validation, and production release.
- Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner.
- Skillfully assist project teams utilizing a range of soft skills, including negotiation, influencing, conflict management, active listening, trust building, positive attitude, encouragement and motivation.
- Proactively monitor projects or programs, and maintain reports for management to review which include: budget and schedule variances; quality, risk, or resource concerns and recommendations; program or contract changes; and customer concerns.
- Assist in the management of a detailed project schedule and work plan.
- Assist programs, projects and activities to align to the mission and goals of the organization.
- Assist in the management of, or contracts with, vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Manage and log time worked daily by project code.
- Provide miscellaneous support to other departments, as needed.
- Comply with company ISO 9001:2015 processes and company quality policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
- Self-organizing; Self-managing
- Honed and effective team collaboration skills
- Highly adaptable and flexible
- Customer relations
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- High personal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and credibility
- Leadership and Management
- Technical capacity, including problem solving and analysis
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
- Speed and accuracy in work and ability to maintain focus.
- Some experience in computer science, math, applied management or other technical skill.
- Background in administrative support or related field.
- Positive, adaptable, energetic, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Results oriented, have the drive needed to complete tasks and get results with the ability to overcome obstacles and resistance.
- Ability to be straight-forward and honest in behavior and communications; build rapport and forge strong working partnerships with customers and within the organization.
- Strong leader to set and maintain an inspiring tone, vision, and direction for the teams.
- Ability to influence, persuade, and motivate diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or other certification desired, but not required.
- SCRUM certification desired (CSPO, CSM), but not required.
- CRM and ERP experience desired, but not required.
Additional requirements, in any:
- Typical work schedule – Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm; depending on the project, weekends or evenings may sometimes be required
- <10% travel may sometimes be required
- Position based out of Chandler, AZ corporate office; remote work may be authorized on a case-by-case basis
- Pre-employment criminal background check and drug testing
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work in an office environment but the purpose of the project may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces. The employee is regularly required to speak; listen; stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 lbs. and to sit and work at a computer for upwards of 4 hours at a time.
Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/ gender identity/sexual orientation
