- Professional
- Escritório em Chicago
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Associate Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of web-based projects within an Agile (Scrum) environment. This role works closely with Project Managers, Product Owners, and cross-functional teams to ensure project activities are organized, documented, and executed smoothly. The ideal candidate has prior experience supporting software or web development projects – such as in a Project Coordinator, Scrum Master, or similar role – and is eager to develop into a full Project Manager Position.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP
The Associate Project Manager reports to the Director, Project Management, IT, and collaborates daily with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Quality Assurance, Developers, and Product Owners.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist Project Managers in coordinating Agile web Development projects from sprint planning through release
- Support the facilitation of Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
- Track progress, update Jira boards, and ensure tasks are properly prioritized and documented
- Monitor timelines, risks, and dependencies, escalating issues as needed
- Help coordinate QA activities, deployments, and cross-team communication
- Partner with Product owners to ensure backlog items are clear, organized, and ready for development
- Communicate updates to stakeholders and assist in preparing reports or dashboards
- Contribute to process improvements and help identify opportunities to streamline project delivery
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field
- 2-4 years of experience in a project coordination, project support, or similar role within a web or software development environment
- Exposure to Agile (Scrum or Kanban) frameworks and understanding of the software development lifecycle
- Familiarity with traditional (Waterfall) project management principles is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Working knowledge of project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow within project management
- Agile certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) preferred but not required
WORKING CONDITIONS
This role follows a hybrid working model, with a base out of one of the following Preferred Travel Group office locations: Chicago, IL; Newport Beach, CA; New York, NY; or Washington DC. Associates are generally expected to work from the office a minimum of 3 days per week, allowing for a balance of in-person collaboration and flexible remote working. Remote working conditions will be considered for candidates who are not located near a Preferred Travel Group office. Employee is seated most of the time.
REQUIRED TRAINING
1. Orientation via videoconference
2. Outlook Training
3. KnowBefore Security Training
DISCLAIMER
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
SALARY
$65,000 to $85,000 annually; actual compensation within this range will be determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise.
