Project Coordinator

Robert Half

Chicago, ILFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year
Must know
SalesforceTroubleshootingAuditingProject managementOperations
Nice to have
Help desk
Work
On-site in Chicago
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Project management74%Auditing7%Troubleshooting5%Salesforce2%of 42 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Oct 27, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

This is a long-term contract position for an experienced Project Coordinator to join a team in Chicago, Illinois. The role requires a proactive individual to manage diverse responsibilities, including application oversight, vendor relations, and business communication, with a balanced combination of technical insight and business-facing acumen.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day application oversight and ensure functionality across platforms such as Salesforce, Juniper, and NetSuite.
  • Coordinate with vendors and third-party application managers to address operational needs.
  • Facilitate communication between business teams and technical teams.
  • Perform quarterly audits and assist with break/fix troubleshooting tasks.
  • Address Zendesk tickets weekly, with an average volume of 10–15 tickets.
  • Handle license provisioning and support ongoing BI/reporting implementations.
  • Assist with periodic application reviews and ensure compliance with operational standards.
  • Provide light project management oversight, collaborating with entry-level PMs on tracking and tactical tasks.
  • Adapt quickly to reduced team capacity and manage a wide range of responsibilities effectively.
  • Work on-site four days a week in a hybrid environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Proven experience in project coordination with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Familiarity with business applications such as Salesforce, Juniper, and NetSuite.
  • Knowledge of Zendesk or similar ticketing systems is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to adapt to company culture and navigate internal processes effectively.

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to ramp up quickly across various responsibilities.
  • Comfort in a business-facing role, bridging technical and operational needs.
  • Understanding of business operations and processes with a balanced technical-business perspective.
  • Experience collaborating with vendors and managing third-party relationships.

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