Project/Program Manager - Project/Program Manager I

Job#: 3041458Job Description:Senior Project CoordinatorAustin, TX (Downtown) | 6-Month Contract | OnsiteAre you a highly organized project coordinator who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys bringing teams together to deliver critical business initiatives? We are seeking a Project Coordinator to help drive readiness and execution for one of the most important periods of the year—our Q4 Holiday Program.In this role, you will partner with cross-functional teams across the business to ensure holiday initiatives are on track, key milestones are achieved, and leadership has clear visibility into program progress, risks, and dependencies. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career project manager looking to gain exposure to large-scale retail and e-commerce operations while working closely with senior stakeholders.What You'll DoOwn and manage project plans supporting Q4 holiday readiness initiatives.Develop timelines, track milestones, and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.Coordinate activities across multiple teams and business partners.Lead recurring status meetings, milestone reviews, and stakeholder check-ins.Identify risks, remove blockers, and drive accountability across workstreams.Facilitate daily operational standups during peak holiday execution.Prepare concise updates, status reports, and escalation summaries for leadership.Ensure teams remain aligned on priorities, dependencies, and deadlines.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree preferred.2–4 years of Project Management, Program Management, Operations, Retail, E-Commerce, or related experience.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Experience coordinating cross-functional projects and driving stakeholder alignment.Strong organizational, problem-solving, and execution skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to proactively identify issues and drive resolution.Comfortable facilitating meetings and presenting updates to leadership.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting retail, e-commerce, operations, logistics, or seasonal business initiatives.Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.Experience working with multiple stakeholders while balancing competing priorities.Strong follow-through and a bias toward action.Why This Opportunity?Support one of the most visible and impactful programs of the year.Gain exposure to senior leadership and strategic business initiatives.Work alongside cross-functional teams responsible for holiday readiness and execution.Take ownership of meaningful projects that directly influence customer and operational success.Join a collaborative, energetic environment where your contributions will have immediate impact.If you're a motivated project professional who enjoys driving execution, solving problems, and keeping teams aligned, we'd love to hear from you.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.© 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved.Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc.NYSE: EFOR4400 Cox RoadSuite 200Glen Allen, Virginia 23060Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.