Description and Requirements
ABOUT WCG: WCG’s clinical solutions are built on a foundation of best-in-class clinical services companies. We deliver transformational solutions that stimulate growth, foster compliance, and maximize efficiency for those performing clinical trials. WCG is proud to serve individuals on the frontlines of science and medicine, and the organizations striving to develop new products and therapies to improve the quality of human health. It is our role to empower them to accelerate advancement, while ensuring the risks of progress never outweigh the value of human life.
WHY WE LOVE WCG: At WCG, our employees are our most valuable asset and as with all our assets, we invest in them with an eye toward future success. We provide each eligible employee with a comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect their personal and financial health and to help them make the most of their future.
- Comprehensive Benefits package - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Disability, 401k with match, and flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs and additional work/life resources
- Referral Bonuses and Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Opportunities for career development with on-the-job training, certification assistance and continuing education reimbursement
The expected base salary range for this position is $41,490 to $64,500. This salary range may vary based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, and geographic location.
JOB SUMMARY: The Project Specialist, Scale Management provides support for projects according to WCG SOPs and GCP. The successful incumbent provides quality customer service and assists in ensuring that projects are delivered on time. The Project Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration and organization for providing scale management quality support (working closely with the Senior Project Manager/Associate Director/Director) to ensure that their assigned deliverables are produced on time, and according to the agreed upon scope of work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The accountabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
- Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information to support client and Company for project/service solutions.
- Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements and objectives.
- Work to ensure clients’ needs are met.
- Help prepare project related reports.
- Monitor project progress and handle issues as they arise.
- Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all project members.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports.
- Ensure standards and requirements of the project are met.
- Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the position.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field with 1 to 2 years of related administrative experience; or the equivalent combination of education, skills and experience to perform the job
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSE/REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:
- CAPM certification desired
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
- Exposure to project management team environment desired. Must have at least six (6) months of demonstrated administrative experience supporting projects or programs.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills required.
- Knowledge of financial management a plus.
- Knowledge of project management software tools and management techniques a plus.
- Excellent problem solving/decision making skills.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to utilize technology and tools.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong facilitation and coordination skills.
- Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Attention to detail skills required. Must take pride in work product results; strive towards 100% accuracy in work processes.
- Knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: ☒ 0% – 5%
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WCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, marital status, family or parental status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, reprisal or any other legally recognized basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law. WCG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by welcoming different backgrounds and perspectives. We provide employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment, allowing everyone to thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together!