Junior Project Manager

At TUV SUD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TUV SUD.

The Junior Project Manager provides project coordination and administrative support for technical laboratory services, including Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electrical Safety, Wireless, Cybersecurity, and related testing activities. Working under the guidance of Project Managers, Department Managers, and Technical Leads, this role assists in coordinating project schedules, monitoring progress, maintaining project documentation, and supporting communication with customers to help ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Project Coordination & Schedule Support

• Assist in coordinating active projects and tracking progress against established schedules.
• Update project schedules, milestones, and internal tracking systems.
• Monitor project status and communicate potential delays or issues to Project Managers or Department Managers.
• Support scheduling activities to help maintain efficient laboratory workflow.

Communication & Client Support

• Assist with customer communication regarding project status, documentation requests, and scheduled completion dates.
• Coordinate communication between customers, engineering teams, and laboratory personnel.
• Escalate customer concerns or schedule changes to the appropriate Project Manager or Department Manager.
• Maintain professional communication consistent with TUV SUD standards.

Project Administration

• Create, update, and maintain projects within internal business systems (e.g., PSE).
• Assist with project setup, scope verification, Invoicing and document management.
• Support preparation of quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and project close-out activities.
• Ensure project records remain complete, accurate, and current.

Resource & Workflow Coordination

• Assist with project assignment and workload coordination under the direction of Department Managers or Project Managers.
• Coordinate project information between engineers, technical leads, and administrative staff.
• Help ensure engineering hours, test results, and required documentation are entered in a timely manner.

Process & Continuous Improvemen

• Identify opportunities to improve project coordination and administrative efficiency.
• Assist with implementation of standardized project management processes.
• Participate in departmental process improvement initiatives.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Process purchase requisitions and assist with vendor coordination.
• Support calibration scheduling and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with ordering laboratory, office, and operational supplies.
• Support general laboratory administrative activities as required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the TUV SUD America vision, mission, and values.
• Comply with all TUV SUD America policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Cooperate with and support other TUV SUD locations as required.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in project coordination, project administration, customer service, laboratory operations, or a technical support environment.
• Internship or cooperative education experience in engineering, laboratory, or project management environments is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a regulated testing or certification environment is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer-focused with professional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn technical processes and internal project management systems.
• Comfortable working with engineers, project managers, and technical personnel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions when guidance is needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures and management direction.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

General office equipment, personal computer, Microsoft Office applications, internal project management systems, financial systems, and communication tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.