Project Specialist

SMS InfoComm; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS InfoComm in Grapevine, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Project Specialist to plan, coordinate, and execute company projects, ensuring milestones are met on time and within scope.

You will partner with Project Managers and cross-functional teams, maintain documentation, use MS Project or similar tools, and drive clear communication and issue resolution.

A Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of project coordination experience are preferred; familiarity with Agile or Waterfall is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination or support roles, preferably in a corporate or team-driven environment.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Asana, Jira, Trello, Monday.com) and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and execution of assigned projects under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Track and update project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation, including meeting notes, reports, and action item logs.
• Act as a liaison between team members, stakeholders, and departments to ensure clear communication and alignment of project goals.
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings, distribute agendas, and follow up on action items.
• Create and manage project documentation, including status reports, tracking sheets, and presentations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Problem-solving

Education

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

1-3 years of experience in project coordination or support roles

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Trello

Monday.com

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Grapevine (4051),TX - Grapevine, TX 76051

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Installation - Maint - Repair

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly motivated Project Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and execution of company projects. The Project Specialist will work closely with Project Managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure that project tasks are completed on schedule, within scope, and aligned with company goals. This role is ideal for someone who has a strong foundation in project coordination and desires to grow their expertise in project management.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and execution of assigned projects under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Track and update project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation, including meeting notes, reports, and action item logs.

Communication & Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between team members, stakeholders, and departments to ensure clear communication and alignment of project goals.
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings, distribute agendas, and follow up on action items.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries and elevate issues as needed.

Documentation & Tools Management

• Create and manage project documentation, including status reports, tracking sheets, and presentations.
• Utilize project management tools and software to monitor progress and performance.
• Ensure record-keeping is accurate and up-to-date.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify potential risks, bottlenecks, or issues and elevate them to the Project Manager as necessary.
• Proactively assist in risk mitigation planning and resolution of project challenges.

Resource Coordination

• Track resources (human, financial, and material) and ensure they are allocated effectively.
• Assist with procurement of project-related resources or materials.

Performance Monitoring

• Support the tracking of project performance metrics, KPIs, and adherence to objectives.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations for process improvements to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination or support roles, preferably in a corporate or team-driven environment.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira, Trello, Monday.com, etc.).
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

Core Skills

• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively under deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in project management (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation) is a plus.