Location: North Chicago,IL, USA
Job Title: Project Coordinator I (LDP Project Coordinator)
Contract; 6 months W2 contract with potential to extend
Pay Range: $20-$24/hr
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064 (hybrid)
Client/Company's Industry: Pharmaceutical
The LDP (Learn, Develop, Perform) Project Coordinator supports the planning and execution of the company's global learning and development program. This involves collaborating with departmental or cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and impactful programming for the annual development week.
Responsibilities:
• Utilize project management tools, such as Microsoft Project and Smartsheet, to support project plans, schedules, and budgets while collaborating with staff to identify necessary tasks for project completion.
• Facilitate project execution by monitoring tasks, tracking schedules, identifying risks and aiding in the development and implementation of contingency plans.
• Communicate project status through standard reports and participation in departmental and customer meetings.
• Address and resolve project issues by collaborating with team members, project stakeholders, and relevant parties.
• Collaborate with the program manager by providing project management expertise and assisting workstream leads in implementing effective project management practices and techniques.
Scope of Work
- Planning and executing a week-long development program
- Assisting with logistics, coordination, and scheduling
- Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure smooth program delivery
- Providing in-person support
Qualifications:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Skilled in managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, along with excellent customer service and organizational abilities.
• Capable of interacting with colleagues and clients at all organizational levels.
• Shows initiative, creativity, and possesses strong strategic and analytical thinking.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent attention to detail, along with strong prioritization and follow-up skills.