Junior Project Coordinator (Primavera P6 Experience Required)

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Training
Full-time

2 months ago

Job SummaryWe are seeking a proactive and organized Junior Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of projects across various departments. This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their project management career who is eager to gain hands-on experience in a structured, fast-paced environment. Exposure to tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the creation and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures

Monitor project timelines and milestones, updating schedules as necessaryCoordinate project meetings, document minutes, and track action itemsSupport project tracking, reporting, and stakeholder communicationsHelp identify risks and dependencies, escalating issues when neededEnsure accurate documentation and adherence to PMO processes and templatesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth project executionMaintain alignment with scope, budget, and time objectives under the guidance of a senior project managerQualifications & ExperienceEducation: Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related fieldExperience:2+ years in a project support, coordination, or assistant project management roleExposure to Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling toolsPrior experience in structured project environments (e.g., construction, IT, engineering, infrastructure) is advantageousInternship or entry-level project management training is a plusSkills & CompetenciesBasic understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall or Agile)Familiarity with project scheduling and resource planning conceptsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsHighly organized with excellent attention to detailComfortable working with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Willingness to learn and grow within a project delivery environmentAbility to follow direction, manage tasks, and collaborate with diverse teams
Nice to Have * Exposure to PMO practices or formal project management certifications (e.g., CAPM,PRINCE2 Foundation)Experience preparing Gantt charts and progress reportsUnderstanding of risk and issue management principles

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