Senior Project Specialist

First American

. Oversee small scale projects or phases of a larger project .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $73,900 - $98,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management methodologies and best practices, with strong capabilities in project planning, resource allocation, and team coordination. Proficient in facilitating meetings and preparing comprehensive project documentation to ensure timely project completion.

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Project Management Best PracticesProject Planning SkillsPMP CertificationFacilitating MeetingsStrong Written And Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

Project Management MethodologiesResource AllocationBudget OrganizationProject DocumentationStatus ReportingSchedulingRisk ManagementContingency PlanningTeam CoordinationProject Tracking

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship-BuildingTeamworkCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsStatus Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Business Field DegreeProject ObjectivesCross-Functional GroupsEmergent ProblemsLong-Range Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee small scale projects or phases of a larger project
Coordinate project team activities, identify appropriate resources, and develop schedules for timely completion
Define system scope and project objectives to support business needs
Define the role and function of each team member to coordinate team activities effectively
Assist in preparing project plans covering goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, risks, contingency plans, budgets, and resource allocation
Facilitate status and milestone meetings with cross-functional groups
Prepare project documentation, including training/process materials
Perform duties outside normal work hours based on business needs
Track project stages and maintain project schedules, status reports, presentations, resource plans, and meeting schedules
Monitor project plans and organize activities to ensure timely project completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong understanding of project management best practices and current technologies
Knowledge of project management methodologies and techniques
Ability to communicate with team members, customers and management
Strong project planning skills
Experience facilitating meetings
Strong presentation skills
Experience organizing projects and budgets
Knowledge of statusing and Project Management tools to create documents and reports
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal, relationship-building and teamwork skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, respond quickly to emergent problems, and focus on long-range projects and immediate tasks
Generally requires BS Degree in a business field or equivalent work experience
Typically 4-6 years of directly related experience
PMP desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment