Project Assistant
January 23, 2022
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 4,600 employees located in 28 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $1.81 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2017. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting continually strives to offer employees and eligible dependents, including domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children, a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
FTI Consulting does not accept unsolicited resumes from external firms or agencies. FTI Consulting will not be responsible for placement fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
About Core Operations:
FTI Consulting's Core Operations functions provide support to our client service professionals so they are able meet and exceed the needs of our clients. Professionals within our Marketing and Communications, Information Technology, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Office Infrastructure, Legal, and Real Estate teams are dedicated to working together and delivering world class support across our global community.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Project Assistant will assist the Project Director in management of the ERP project, including performance management, document management, meeting coordination, schedule tracking, and status reporting.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
• Performance management
o Assist with monitoring cost (time and expense) charged to the project and associated task codes o Help ensure costs are recorded properly on the project (capital vs operating expense, department expense vs investment fund) • Document Management
o Manage and maintain document repository with all project documents and deliverables (on the designated collaboration site such as Sharepoint etc.)
o Assist with administration (set up and user access) of the Project site for internal/external project staff
• Meeting coordination o Facilitate scheduling of meetings, workshops, and training sessions including coordination and management of logistics, meeting notices, arranging technology requirements (WiFi, AV, Telecom, Skype, etc), and taking/posting meeting minutes
• Schedule Tracking o Track and assist in maintaining task status in the Project Schedule (MS Project)
o Assist in monitoring/updating tasks, dates, resources on the project schedule as needed
• Status reporting o Create weekly performance status updates using the defined template o Identify any cost, schedule, resource or technical issues on the project with the support of the project team o Compare actual cost vs budget vs projection (forecast) (as directed, at least monthly) o Assist in the creation of periodic Executive and other status updates/presentations
o Actively maintain project log with action items, issues, risks, changes etc.
o Alert the PMO of any issues as soon as they are identified • Other task as required by the Project Director
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3-5+ years of relevant professional experience
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Achievement or current pursuit of PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
• Familiarity with document management tools (SharePoint) • Knowledge of basic accounting
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Financial analysis skills, specifically related to project reporting • Proficiency in MS Project tool
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities to meet deadlines
• Self-directed with the ability to anticipate needs • Must have the ability to quickly analyze and solve problems • Must be a team player, highly motivated and detail-oriented • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
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FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 4,600 employees located in 28 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $1.81 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2017. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting continually strives to offer employees and eligible dependents, including domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children, a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
FTI Consulting does not accept unsolicited resumes from external firms or agencies. FTI Consulting will not be responsible for placement fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
About Core Operations:
FTI Consulting's Core Operations functions provide support to our client service professionals so they are able meet and exceed the needs of our clients. Professionals within our Marketing and Communications, Information Technology, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Office Infrastructure, Legal, and Real Estate teams are dedicated to working together and delivering world class support across our global community.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Project Assistant will assist the Project Director in management of the ERP project, including performance management, document management, meeting coordination, schedule tracking, and status reporting.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
• Performance management
o Assist with monitoring cost (time and expense) charged to the project and associated task codes o Help ensure costs are recorded properly on the project (capital vs operating expense, department expense vs investment fund) • Document Management
o Manage and maintain document repository with all project documents and deliverables (on the designated collaboration site such as Sharepoint etc.)
o Assist with administration (set up and user access) of the Project site for internal/external project staff
• Meeting coordination o Facilitate scheduling of meetings, workshops, and training sessions including coordination and management of logistics, meeting notices, arranging technology requirements (WiFi, AV, Telecom, Skype, etc), and taking/posting meeting minutes
• Schedule Tracking o Track and assist in maintaining task status in the Project Schedule (MS Project)
o Assist in monitoring/updating tasks, dates, resources on the project schedule as needed
• Status reporting o Create weekly performance status updates using the defined template o Identify any cost, schedule, resource or technical issues on the project with the support of the project team o Compare actual cost vs budget vs projection (forecast) (as directed, at least monthly) o Assist in the creation of periodic Executive and other status updates/presentations
o Actively maintain project log with action items, issues, risks, changes etc.
o Alert the PMO of any issues as soon as they are identified • Other task as required by the Project Director
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3-5+ years of relevant professional experience
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Achievement or current pursuit of PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
• Familiarity with document management tools (SharePoint) • Knowledge of basic accounting
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Financial analysis skills, specifically related to project reporting • Proficiency in MS Project tool
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities to meet deadlines
• Self-directed with the ability to anticipate needs • Must have the ability to quickly analyze and solve problems • Must be a team player, highly motivated and detail-oriented • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
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