Project Specialist III

Computer Task; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG, a Cegeka company, is seeking a Project Specialist III to support Project Managers in Newton, NC. This W2 contract role requires commuting onsite and delivering project coordination, procurement, scheduling, documentation, and reporting support.

You will coordinate resources, manage vendors, track project progress, and assist with budget reporting. A Bachelor's degree is required; PMP or CAPM certification is strongly preferred, with experience using MS Project, Jira, and Asana.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project coordination and procurement experience.
• Strong PM, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• PMP, CAPM, or other Project Management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management, administrative, procurement, scheduling, and reporting support to Project Managers and project teams.
• Coordinate resources and vendor management, including contract and invoice handling.
• Maintain project documentation and track progress using PM tools.

Skills

Project coordination

Procurement

Scheduling

Vendor management

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

SAP/ERP

Job description

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Project Specialist III.

Type: Contract
Job Title: Project Specialist III
Location: Newton, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required

Description

Project Specialist III provides project management, administrative, procurement, scheduling, resource coordination, vendor management, documentation, and reporting support to Project Managers and project teams.

Requirements

• 3+ years supporting Project Managers and project teams
• 3+ years of procurement/order management experience
• Project scheduling, resource coordination, meeting coordination, and project tracking
• Budget tracking, reporting, documentation, and risk management
• Vendor/contractor coordination and invoice resolution
• Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Project management tools: MS Project, Jira, Asana, or similar
• Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and attention to detail
• Project Management certification strongly preferred: PMP, CAPM, PRINCE2, or similar
• SAP/ERP experience preferred

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project coordination and procurement experience
• Strong project management, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• PMP, CAPM, or other Project Management certification preferred

Additional Information

• No third party resumes will be accepted
• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted
• CTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors)
• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
• CTG is an E-Verify Company

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.