Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager

Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid 4 Days Onsite) Duration: 9-Month Contract (Potential Extension) Start Date: May 18, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Support execution of business programs and technology initiatives with moderate complexity
• Partner with stakeholders to translate business objectives into actionable project plans
• Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple workstreams
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and on-time delivery
• Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and status updates
• Facilitate working sessions with technical teams to define timelines and execution plans
• Proactively identify risks and escalate issues impacting delivery
• Support enterprise-wide testing coordination, including tracking progress, defects, and remediation

Program Context

• Large-scale, multi-year enterprise wire transformation initiative
• Impacts 4070+ applications and 100150+ integrated systems
• High-visibility program with executive-level reporting cadence
• Mission-critical delivery environment with significant business impact

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage 510 applications depending on complexity
• Lead meetings and working sessions with technical teams
• Track progress, risks, and deliverables; escalate proactively
• Prepare executive dashboards and reporting materials
• Drive cross-team coordination and execution

Required Skills

• Strong project coordination or junior project management experience
• Experience managing multiple technology initiatives concurrently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Highly organized with a strong focus on timelines and delivery

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel (tracking & planning)
• PowerPoint (executive reporting)
• SharePoint (collaboration)
• Word / OneNote (documentation)
• Jira / Octane (nice to have)

Nice to Have

• Payments or financial services domain experience
• Knowledge of commercial wire processing systems (FedWire, SWIFT, CHIPS)
• Familiarity with ISO 20022 messaging standards