Associate Project Manager

Agilant Solutions, Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Paid training & advancement

Job summary

TOGA Technology is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our team. You will support the Senior Manager, PMO, coordinate project activities, communicate with stakeholders, and help ensure timely delivery.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone eager to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful initiatives while developing Agile and project-management skills across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of project management or related experience.
• Familiarity with Jira, ADO, Smartsheet, Trello, or similar.
• Basic understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing projects using Agile methodologies.
• Coordinate tasks, schedules, and cross-team handoffs.
• Communicate with stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Monitor timelines and budgets and flag risks.
• Track progress and provide regular updates.
• Maintain project documentation and scope changes.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

ADO

Smartsheet

Trello

Job description

TOGA Technology is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will support the Senior Manager, PMO and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure successful project delivery. You will assist with coordinating project activities, communicating with stakeholders, monitoring timelines, and keeping project documentation organized and up to date. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Assist the Project Manager with planning and executing projects using Agile methodologies.
• Coordinate project tasks, schedules, and cross-team handoffs.
• Communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients to help ensure project requirements are clear and met.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets and flag potential delays or risks.
• Track project progress and provide regular updates to the project team and stakeholders.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, organized, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with identifying risks, managing issues, and documenting scope changes.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute input, next steps, and follow-up items.
• Help maintain project plans, timelines, and task boards (e.g., Jira, ADO, or similar tools).
• Support the project team with coordination, communication, and task management to help keep work moving forward smoothly.

Personal Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to sharing updates.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Comfortable working independently and within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and expand responsibilities over time.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, especially when documenting tasks or project details.
• Positive attitude, accountability, and a problem-solving mindset.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of project management or related experience.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, ADO, Smartsheet, Trello, or similar).
• Basic understanding of Agile methodologies and software development lifecycles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Compensation

• 45k-52k per year
• 16 paid days off and 10 paid holidays per year
• Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid training and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity

TOGA Technology is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi