Long's Human Resource Services is hiring: Junior Project Manager in Theodore
Long's Human Resource Services, Theodore, AL, US
Job Description
Junior Project Manager
Location: Theodore, AL (On-Site)
Department: Project Management
Reports To: Controller
About the Role
We’re looking for a motivated Junior Project Manager to join our client’s team on-site in Theodore. This is a great opportunity for a recent business graduate with some work history who wants to grow into a long-term career in project management. You’ll help keep projects on track, capture key details in meetings, and support cross-functional teams from kickoff through completion.
The company will fully sponsor your PMP certification within your first year if you don’t already hold the credential. Completion of PMP Certification qualifies employee for a one time $2500 bonus.
What You’ll Do
- Run meeting operations: scheduling, agendas, notes, and action items
- Build and maintain project plans and timelines (MS Project & Asana)
- Track deliverables, follow up on deadlines, and help remove roadblocks
- Publish weekly status updates and simple dashboards to keep teams aligned
- Maintain RAID/RACI logs, change logs, and source-of-truth documentation
- Coordinate on-site handoffs with design, engineering, operations, and suppliers
Tools You’ll Use
- Microsoft Project (Gantt charts, dependencies, baselines)
- Asana (projects, tasks, reporting)
How Success Is Measured
- 100% of meetings documented within 24 hours
- =90% on-time completion rate for tracked tasks
- Project plans kept current with real dates, owners, and dependencies
- Risks and issues logged early with owners and mitigation strategies
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
- 0–2 years in project coordination, project management, or operations (internships count)
- Excellent organization and note-taking skills
- Strong written communication — concise, professional summaries
- Comfortable facilitating small meetings and driving accountability
Nice to Have:
- Exposure to APQP/PPAP/ISO, ITIL, or Agile basics
- Experience building RAID logs or project decks
- CAPM or Scrum fundamentals
Compensation & Growth
- Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 (depending on experience)
- Full benefits package + paid PMP training and exam support and completion bonus
Apply today to start your career path in project management with hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and a clear growth trajectory.
At Long’s, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve been serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties – and the entire Gulf Coast area – since 1948. With this experience, we bring unparalleled knowledge of the area markets, and this knowledge translates to the best possible job fit for companies and employees.