Assistant Project Manager, Business Continuity

Sunrise Systems, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the business continuity team. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing project activities while ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in business principles, excellent time management skills, and proficiency in essential software tools. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact project success and organizational resilience.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of business experience with management principles and strategic planning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing project development for the business continuity team.
• Coordinate project activities and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem Solving

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Assistant Project Manager, Business Continuity

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Job Details

• Location: Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid)
• Duration: 6 months on W2 contract
• Hours: 8:30 am – 5 pm
• Interview: Virtual and in person

Summary

The Assistant Project Manager will assist in planning, directing, coordinating, and executing project development and roll-out activities for the business continuity team. Reporting to the AVP for Business Continuity, responsibilities include executing annual deliverables such as communication plans, training, and reporting.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate project activities by developing, facilitating, and tracking detailed plans to meet goals.
2. Ensure preparation time and milestones are met to adhere to deadlines.
3. Perform basic project tasks, including drafting communications, maintaining distribution lists, and managing data.
4. Collaborate effectively with team members.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 1-2 years of business experience with knowledge of management principles, strategic planning, and deadline management.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Problem-solving, organization, interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or associate degree in business administration or related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an office or corporate environment.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Project Management, Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services, IT Consulting