Junior Project Manager

Equifax, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Project Coordinator to manage project aspects and ensure seamless communication between teams and clients. In this dynamic role, you will handle daily project coordination, prepare reports, and support sales activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a solid understanding of project management principles. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about driving project success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Project Management certification preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in project coordination or management.

Responsibilities

• Manage project plans, budgets, and staffing requirements.
• Liaise with clients to define project objectives and requirements.
• Prepare progress reports and coordinate presentations.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

SUMMARY OF ROLE

• Manage project aspects and daily coordination, including preparing and maintaining project plans, budgets, and staffing requirements.
• Perform administrative tasks such as arranging meetings, coordinating activities and resources, developing agendas, and communicating with internal and external clients.
• Prepare progress reports, documentation, project reports, and PowerPoint presentations/decks.

What you’ll do

• Assist in daily project coordination, including preparing and maintaining project plans, budgets, and staffing requirements.
• Coordinate requests to expedite approvals.
• Coordinate sales support activities, including business requests and RFPs, ensuring they meet company standards.
• Liaise with clients to identify and define project management objectives, scope, and requirements.
• Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management.
• Monitor project progress and handle risks or issues that arise.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.
• Track progress and resolve obstacles.
• Communicate updates to internal and external clients.
• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, and activity dashboards.
• Coordinate and prepare PowerPoint presentations and decks.

What experience you need

• Bachelor’s degree from college or university.
• Advanced written and spoken English skills.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM) preferred.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

What could set you apart

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.
• Organized and adept at time management.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong planning skills.