Project Coordinator

DescriptionsThe Project Coordinator is responsible for assisting Lead Development Managers in delivery of new generation projects.These activities may include status reporting, scheduling, maintaining risks/issues/changes, running meetings, taking notes at meetings, filling in for the Development Manager when required, etc.QualificationsBachelors degree is preferred. PMI/Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.General knowledge of project management and familiarity with the project management lifecycle process. Proficient in MS office tools, especially excel, word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.Other platform experience that would be a plus includes Unifier, ProjectWise, and PowerBI.Project coordinators must be well-organized, capable of working under pressure, and able to multitask, and attention to detail and a patient demeanor are also important.Work is usually done in an office environment, though some travel may occasionally be required.BenefitsHealthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.