Assistant Project Manager

Qualifications & Competencies

- 3+ years’ experience in project management or administrative assistance.

- Proficiency in any management software.

- Strong written and oral communication skills.

- Excellent multitasking skills.

- Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

- Excellent problem-solving skills.

- Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

- Liaising with project stakeholders concerning project details and deliverables.

- Assisting in the planning and implementation of projects.

- Helping to coordinate and manage project tasks and deliverables.

- Analyzing data as required.

- Conducting administrative duties, such as setting up meetings, drafting invoices and drawing estimates.

- Tracking and reporting project progress.

- Performing other duties assigned by the Project Manager in an orderly and efficient manner.

Requirements

To qualify for the role, a Project Management Professional certification is a good starting point with at least 35 hours of coursework and hands-on application, plus either a written or oral exam. Other valuable certifications include Advanced Project Manager Certification (APMC) and Certified Project Manager (CPM).

A bachelor’s degree in management or a related course is highly favorable for an Assistant Project Manager. An MBA can also work as a substitute for a bachelor’s in management or a business-related bachelor’s degree. At the very least, a high school diploma plus a project management certification with relevant work experience in project management may be sufficient.