Project Coordinator

MGT; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

MGT is seeking a Project Coordinator for a 12-month contractor assignment within its Information Technology Services Program Management Office near downtown Phoenix. The role will support project managers and cross-functional teams by coordinating daily project activities, maintaining schedules, and ensuring milestones and deliverables remain on track.

Although the position is locally remote, the contractor must reside within commuting distance of downtown Phoenix and be available for on-site

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology, operations, business process improvement, project management, or related field.
• Experience coordinating or supporting projects, preferably within a complex or multi-department environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to confidently lead meetings and present information to leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update project schedules, milestones, and deliverables; prepare status reports for leadership and stakeholders; coordinate daily project activities.
• Facilitate project meetings, document and distribute minutes, decisions, and action items; track risks and issues.
• Identify concerns and communicate potential impacts to keep teams aligned and moving forward.

Skills

Project coordination

Organizational skills

Communication

Meeting facilitation

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Jira

PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technology, operations, business process improvement, project management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Jira

Job description

Position Type: Contractor – 12-Month Assignment

Reports To: Information Technology Services Program Management Office

Our government client is located in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, a dynamic and rapidly growing region known for its diverse communities, strong economy, and commitment to innovation. The organization provides essential programs, services, and infrastructure that support residents, businesses, and visitors throughout the community. This opportunity offers professionals the chance to contribute to complex, high-impact public-sector initiatives in a collaborative and service-focused environment.

The government client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Coordinator for a 12-month contractor assignment within its Information Technology Services Program Management Office. This position will support project managers and cross-functional teams by coordinating daily project activities, maintaining schedules and documentation, and helping ensure milestones and deliverables remain on track. Although the position is locally remote, the selected contractor must reside within commuting distance of downtown Phoenix and be available for on-site meetings or activities as needed.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator will maintain and update project schedules, milestones, and deliverables; prepare status reports for leadership and stakeholders; and coordinate daily project activities to support timely completion. The position will also facilitate project meetings, document and distribute minutes, decisions, and action items, maintain organized and current project records, and track project risks and issues. The selected contractor will be expected to proactively identify concerns, communicate potential impacts, and help keep project teams aligned and moving forward.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating or supporting projects, preferably within a complex or multi-department environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to confidently lead meetings and present information to leadership and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and other standard collaboration tools.
• Experience using project management methodologies and tools, such as Microsoft Project or Jira.
• Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in technology, operations, business process improvement, project management, or a related field.

Hourly Wage and Selection Process

The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $60 - $70/hr, as a W2, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. References or other employment-related screenings may be requested as part of the selection process. MGT employees may be eligible for benefits.