Information Technology Project Coordinator

Location: White Plains, NY (Hybrid - 3 days Onsite)

Duration: 12 months contract

About Cogent Infotech

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 21 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented IT Project Coordinator to join our dynamic team. The IT Project Coordinator will support the management and execution of the Common App program ensuring timely delivery, adherence to project scope, and coordination among team members. This role is pivotal in driving the success of our IT initiatives, which in this program aims to ensure that all identified components, that are key to operation of the enterprise business applications and data, are upgraded to currently supported versions and End-of-Service and End-of-Life components are replaced.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and closing of IT infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals and objectives.
• Support vendor management and procurement activities.
• Liaise with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, work plans, and status reports.
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise, escalating as necessary to ensure project timelines are met.
• Prepare and present regular status reports to project stakeholders, including senior management.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation, including project partnership agreements, risk management plans, and post-project evaluations.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure the application meets business requirements and user expectations.
• Utilize project management software to track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in budget management and resource allocation for projects.
• Ensure adherence to PMO (Project Management Office) processes and methodologies, providing input to improve and streamline these processes.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Planview, Procore).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure and Google Cloud).
• Experience in change management and process improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in PMO processes, including project portfolio management, resource management, and risk management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply

Application Process

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter through our online portal. Our process includes an initial resume review, a virtual interview, and a short technical assessment. If you need accommodations, feel free to inform us—we are happy to assist.

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