IT Project Associate

Overview

Hybrid
$50,000+
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

IT
SQL
Azure

Job Details

Aptly Technology is a fast-growing IT services company specializing in modern infrastructure, cloud operations, and AI-driven solutions. We support some of the world s largest enterprises in building and managing mission-critical systems, while driving innovation and customer success. We are seeking a Junior Project Manager to join our team, supporting senior project leaders in delivering high-quality IT services and projects to enterprise customers. This role is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in project management while gaining exposure to IT delivery, customer engagement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities: Project Coordination & Support

  • Assist in planning, scheduling, and tracking project activities.
  • Maintain project documentation, meeting notes, and action item logs.
  • Support project leads in preparing status reports and presentations for internal and client stakeholders.
  • Monitor progress against project milestones and flag potential risks or delays.
  • Participate in client meetings, capture requirements, and ensure clear communication across teams.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, QA, etc.) to align on deliverables.
  • Ensure customer requests, escalations, and updates are tracked and followed up promptly.
  • Support implementation of project management best practices (Agile/Scrum, waterfall, or hybrid models).
  • Assist in maintaining project dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools.
  • Help ensure compliance with company standards for documentation, security, and service delivery.

Training & Development

  • Receive structured training in:
  • Azure DevOps (ADO): project/epic breakdown, sprint planning, tracking & reporting.
  • Power BI: creating dashboards and visual reports for project insights.
  • Core Project Management Skills: planning, risk management, stakeholder communication, and delivery tracking.
  • Access mentorship and coaching from senior PMs and Delivery Managers.
  • Opportunity to shadow live customer projects and gradually take on increasing responsibilities.

Qualifications: Hard Skills

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 0 2 years of experience in project coordination, IT support, or operations (internship experience acceptable).
  • Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, or software delivery preferred.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, MS Project, or similar) is a plus.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Fast learner with curiosity to pick up new tools and processes.
  • Open-minded, adaptable, and collaborative.
  • Professional work style with attention to detail and reliability.
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Positive attitude and resilience in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

What We Offer

  • Training and certification support in project management tools and methods.
  • Opportunity to work with top-tier enterprise clients, including Fortune 500 companies.
  • Clear career progression path into Project Manager / Delivery Manager roles.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • A collaborative culture that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
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