Junior Project Manager

Trova; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trova is seeking an entry-to-mid-level Project Manager I to support strategic initiatives by coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, and aligning efforts with business objectives. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.

The position emphasizes project execution, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and process improvements with exposure to Agile practices and various PM tools.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, project management, information systems, or related field.
• PM, Agile, or Scrum certification (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, PMI-ACP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the implementation of multiple cross-functional projects.
• Develop, manage, and own project plans and timelines by defining scope, objectives, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment and execution across business units.
• Identify risks and participate in governance and process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Agile

Scrum

Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, project management, information systems, or related field

PM/Agile/Scrum certification preferred

Tools

Jira

ServiceNow SPM

Miro

SharePoint

Job description

The Project Manager I supports the execution of strategic initiatives. This entry-to-mid-level position coordinates project activities, monitors progress, and ensures all efforts align with business objectives. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

WEIGHT DESCRIPTION ESSENTIAL

40%- Project Execution & Coordination: Lead and coordinate the implementation of multiple cross-functional projects. Develop, manage, and own project plans and timelines by defining project scope, objectives, dependencies, and deliverables. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment and execution across business units.

30%- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate communication between stakeholders and project teams. Provide proactive, clear, and concise communication throughout the project lifecycle, managing expectations and reporting status updates.

20%- Risk Management & Governance: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Maintain project artifacts and ensure timely updates in project management tools.

10%- Process Improvement & Agile Support: Contribute to the development of process improvements and agile adoption efforts.

Knowledge and Skills

EXPERIENCE

2-4 years of project management experience. Experience in financial services or credit union environments desired.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Bachelor's degree in business, project management, information systems, or related field of study. Project Management, Agile, or Scrum certification (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, PMI-ACP) is preferred.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

A significant level of trust, credibility and diplomacy is required. In-depth dialogue, conversations and explanations with customers, direct and indirect reports and outside vendors can be of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature. Communications may involve motivating, influencing, educating and/or advising others on matters of significance. Typically includes subject matter experts as well as first level to middle managers. Strong organizational and communication skills.

OTHER SKILLS

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall). Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow SPM, Miro, SharePoint). Familiarity with budgeting, procurement, and contract management. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.