Project specialist Jobs in Little Rock, AR

Project Coordinator

A Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and delivery of projects by coordinating schedules, tracking milestones, maintaining comprehensive project documentation, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders. This role involves close collaboration with project teams, business partners, vendors, and leadership to ensure projects are organized, on schedule, and aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple priorities and ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed project plans, timelines, status reports, and documentation.
• Track project progress, communicate updates, risks, issues, and action items to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings, project communications, and cross-functional collaboration efforts.
• Assist with business case development, requirements review, gap analysis, and feasibility assessments.
• Support project governance processes and ensure adherence to departmental standards.
• Manage administrative activities related to projects, including scheduling, documentation, and reporting.
• Serve as a liaison between stakeholders, project teams, vendors, and leadership.
• Monitor project objectives, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure timely execution.
• Support the coordination of small to medium-sized projects in the absence of a Project Manager.
• Prepare reports and analyses to aid in project planning and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of project coordination, planning, or advanced administrative experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and project documentation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe tools.
• CAPM certification is preferred.
• Experience supporting cross-functional project environments.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and lifecycle processes.
• Ability to support business operations, process improvement, or organizational initiatives.

Publishing Pay Range: $40.00 $46.00 Hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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