11 Aug
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Encore Business Solutions
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Canada
11 Aug
Encore Business Solutions
Canada
Job Number: PC01C26
Start: August
Duration: Independent contractor, On-going
Location: Remote, Canada / United States
The Position
This Project Coordinator is a billable project-oriented position as an independent contractor, that augments full-time staff on an ongoing basis. Hours will vary per week depending on project needs.
The Project Coordinator works closely with internal teams and clients to ensure the overall success of Microsoft Dynamics ERP, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and Business Intelligence implementation projects from project approval through to go-live. This position leverages strong business acumen, influential stakeholder engagement, and dynamic communication skills to drive projects towards successful completion.
Key responsibilities include optimizing project time and expenses, proactively monitoring performance against budget, and ensuring timely corrective actions—all contributing to seamless delivery, impactful results, and positive experiences for all involved.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Create and manage detailed project plans, track / report on project status
- Project Contract Change Management
- Maintain forecast for self and monitor forecast for assigned project teams
- Responsible for reviewing and approving project time and expenses
- Monitor actual performance against budget, and take corrective action or escalate as required
- Leverage AI to streamline processes and enhance efficiency, sharing improvements with the team to support continuous progress
Desired Skills & Competencies
- CAPM or PMP Certification or equivalent training
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, or Information Systems from an accredited university or college (preferred)
- 2+ Years of proven experience as a Project Coordinator on software implementations, preferably Microsoft Dynamics ERP / CRM
- 2+ years preparing business / customer-facing documentation and communication
- Hands-on experience with project management tools and methodologies in addition to office productivity software
- Experience using Microsoft desktop applications/O365, MS Project & Visio required
- DevOps experience is highly desired
- Adheres to the Codes of Ethics and Qualified Conduct guides of Project Management practitioners, upholding high standards and ethical behaviours. Includes fostering trust and support in professional decision making, maintaining integrity, and ensuring transparency in all project-related activities
- Proven work ethic where “do the right thing” prevails
- Detail and deadline-oriented; analytical by nature
- Challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement
- Prioritize competing project needs while balancing client satisfaction and project profitability
- Enthusiastic and approachable team player
- Respected leader with excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills
- Exceptional organization and time management skills to competently manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Conscientious about meeting expectations and delivering as promised
- Accurate and clear documentation of project updates, issues, and progress reports
- Natural ability to effectively communicate (written, oral, and presentation) with executive sponsors, stakeholders, internal team members, and client team members
- Determined to collaborate with teams to deliver quality service and ensure project success and high client satisfaction
- Maintains composure and professionalism in high-pressure or stressful situations
Additional Requirements
- Must be a resident of Canada or the United States and legally entitled to work in the resident country.
- Must be fluent in English – both verbal and written.
- Willing and able to travel; valid passport is required.
📌 Project Coordinator (Independent Contractor) (Canada)
🏢 Encore Business Solutions
📍 Canada