Project Manager

Carrier Access IT, LC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition support

Job summary

Carrier Access IT, LC is seeking a motivated Project Manager to support IT and business initiatives from initiation through closeout. The role is ideal for an early career professional eager to grow within a structured PMO environment and gain hands‑on IT project experience.

The Project Manager will coordinate plans, schedules, meetings, and status reporting; track items and deliverables; and proactively communicate risks, issues, and dependencies to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in project management or a related role.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or related field preferred but not required.
• Experience managing IT projects, system and network implementations, or technology-driven initiatives preferred.
• Familiarity with project management concepts or methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate project activities, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Schedule and facilitate meetings, document notes, and track action items.
• Assist with resource coordination and task tracking across project teams.
• Monitor project progress and escalate risks, issues, or delays as needed.
• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and updates for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Support scope, schedule, and budget tracking.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of PMO processes and tools.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or IT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Department/Division: Operations

Reports To: PMO Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Project Manager to support the successful delivery of technology and business initiatives from initiation through closeout. This role is well suited for an early career professional who is eager to grow in a structured PMO environment and gain hands‑on experience in IT and cross-functional project work.

The Project Manager will coordinate project plans, schedules, meetings, and status reporting; track action items and deliverables; and proactively communicate risks, issues, and dependencies to stakeholders. This position serves as a key point of contact for internal teams and clients, helping drive alignment, accountability, and on‑time delivery while continuously improving PMO processes and tools.

Essential Functions

• Own and manage projects through all phases of the project lifecycle
• Coordinate project activities, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes
• Schedule and facilitate meetings, document notes, and track action items
• Assist with resource coordination and task tracking across project teams
• Monitor project progress and escalate risks, issues, or delays as needed
• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and updates for stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure clear communication and alignment
• Support scope, schedule, and budget tracking
• Contribute to continuous improvement of PMO processes and tools
• Perform additional tasks as needed

Education and Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in project management, or a related role (or equivalent experience)
• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or a related field preferred but not required
• Experience managing IT projects, system and network implementations, or technology-driven initiatives preferred
• Familiarity with project management concepts or methodologies

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and operate with a high degree of autonomy
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our leaders both personally and professionally, including a 401(k) with employer match, eligibility for a quarterly bonus, paid time off and volunteer time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, company‑paid life and disability insurance, career development and growth opportunities through mentorship, training, and exposure to diverse projects, professional development and tuition support, wellness and financial resources, and a family‑valued, culture‑rich work environment. A full summary of benefits is provided during the interview and onboarding process.