Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred., 1 – 3 years of experience in project coordination or administration roles., Knowledge of project management methodologies and proficiency in project management software., Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail..

Key responsibilities:

Manage project deadlines and tasks, ensuring team members are aware of their responsibilities.

Create and maintain project schedules and timelines using project management tools.

Coordinate project meetings and track project progress, reporting updates to stakeholders.

Assist in developing project plans and facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders.

Job description

DIRECTV is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Project Manager 1 to join our team. This entry-level project management role will be responsible for coordinating project activities, managing deadlines and tasks, and ensuring timely delivery of projects. The ideal candidate will have foundational knowledge of project management skills and techniques, with the ability to effectively manage schedules and timelines. This position plays an important role in supporting project teams, tracking progress, and facilitating communication among stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Here's what you’ll do:

Manage project deadlines and tasks, ensuring all team members are aware of their responsibilities and timelines.
Create and maintain project schedules, timelines, and calendars using appropriate project management tools.
Regularly update project management timelines and communicate changes to relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate project meetings, including preparing agendas and documenting action items.
Track project progress and report status updates to team members and leadership.
Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines or deliverables.
Assist in developing project plans and work breakdown structures.
Maintain project documentation and ensure it is accessible to all team members.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
Support resource allocation and capacity planning for assigned projects.
Assist in monitoring project budgets and tracking expenses.
Facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of project management processes and templates.
Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.
Support the implementation of project management best practices within the organization.

What you’ll need to be successful:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
1 – 3 years of experience in project coordination, administration, or related roles.
Knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, Trello).
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Basic understanding of budget management and resource allocation.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Problem-solving skills and proactive approach to addressing issues.
Working toward or planning to pursue Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.
Basic understanding of risk management principles.
Customer service orientation with the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.

This Project Manager 1 position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual with foundational project management knowledge to develop their skills and grow professionally. The ideal candidate will combine organizational abilities with communication skills to support project teams and contribute to successful project delivery. This role provides valuable experience for those pursuing a career in project management and working toward PMP certification.

May require a background check due to job duties requiring routine access to DIRECTV and DIRECTV customer’s proprietary data. Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction will be considered for employment in accordance with local ordinances and state law.

This role requires, but is not limited to, 20% travel.

This is a remote position that can be located anywhere in the United States. #LI-Remote

A career with us comes with big rewards:

DIRECTV's compensation structure is designed to be market-competitive and fully supports efforts to attract and retain employees. It is the company's policy to offer pay that is competitive with other employers in the local market. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The Base Salary range displayed below reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for each of DIRECTV's 4 (four) US Labor Market Zones. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

DIRECTV WAGE ZONES: $72,200 - $131,100

Low (N1): $72,200 - $108,300

Mid (N2): $76,000 - $114,000

High (N3): $83,600 - $125,400

Top (N4): $87,400 - $131,100

Click HERE to review information on some of the largest Designated Market Areas (DMAs). Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the salary ranges reflect base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits - when you consider all of these together, it represents a pretty impressive total compensation package.

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