Junior Project Manager - Industrial Tech & Automation

Gray Matter Systems Llc; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

GrayMatter is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support client-facing projects by assisting with coordination, documentation, scheduling, and communications. You will work closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to keep projects organized, on track, and aligned with client expectations.

The role offers exposure to all phases of project delivery and opportunities for future leadership within GrayMatter.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in project coordination or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with project management principles (scope, schedule, budgeting, risk).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; knowledge of project management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of assigned projects.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, document meeting minutes, and track follow-up action items.
• Assist in maintaining project schedules, budgets, status reports, and other project documentation.
• Monitor project progress and communicate updates to project teams and stakeholders.
• Help identify project risks, issues, and potential schedule impacts, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Support resource coordination efforts to ensure project teams have the information needed to execute effectively.
• Assist with the preparation and management of project change orders, purchase requests, and other administrative requirements.
• Participate in client meetings and serve as a secondary point of contact to support communication and relationship management.
• Collaborate with technical teams to track project deliverables and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain organized project files and ensure documentation is complete and up to date throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support subcontractor coordination and assist with tracking deliverables and contractual requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance project processes and efficiencies.
• Demonstrate GrayMatter's core values through effective teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to delivering quality results.
• Pursue professional growth opportunities to expand project management and industrial technology knowledge.
• This role is located onsite in Wichita Falls, TX, with approximately 20%–30% travel, including potential overnight travel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management fundamentals

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

GrayMatter is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support client-facing projects by assisting with coordination, documentation, scheduling, and communications. You will work closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to keep projects organized, on track, and aligned with client expectations.

The role offers exposure to all phases of project delivery and opportunities for future leadership within GrayMatter.