Assistant Project Manager
Mercor
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Job Description
About the Assistant Project Manager Role at Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
This is a contract position for an Assistant Project Manager, offering compensation between $50 70 per hour and is a fully remote opportunity.
Role Responsibilities
- Coordinate projects by making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
- Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.
- Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence.
- Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
- Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
- Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
Qualifications
Must-Have:
- Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
- Strong knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
Preferred:
- PMI or PMP certification.
Application Process
The application process takes approximately 20 30 minutes to complete and includes uploading your resume, an AI interview based on your resume, and submitting the form.
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome. For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com. Our team reviews applications daily; please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- Project Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Resource Allocation
- Client Presentation
- Team Leadership
- Contract Management
- Cost Estimation
- Quality Control
- Business Administration
- Software Proficiency (MS Project, Visio)
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's mission: Understand their focus on connecting talent with AI research labs and their investor backing.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight project coordination, leadership, and relevant software skills for the Assistant Project Manager role.
- Prepare for the AI interview: Practice articulating your experience with project planning, resource allocation, and client communication.
- Showcase problem-solving: Be ready to discuss how you've overcome project challenges and managed timelines effectively.
- Emphasize business acumen: Demonstrate strong knowledge of production processes, strategic planning, and cost management.
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