Junior Project Manager

About the Opportunity

One of Nexus Consulting's clients is at the forefront of building advanced human data infrastructure, crucial for powering next-generation AI systems. Their innovative platform empowers leading AI labs and enterprises to efficiently source, evaluate, and deploy expert talent into AI training workflows on a large scale.

The team is experiencing rapid growth and is actively seeking a Junior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting crucial cross-functional product and engineering initiatives.

Role Overview

Nexus Consulting is looking for a highly organized and proactive Junior Project Manager. In this role, you will provide essential support for planning, coordination, and execution across product and engineering teams. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals early in their careers who are eager to gain hands-on experience in real product development within a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.

You will work closely with Product Managers, Engineers, Designers, and Operations teams, contributing to the successful scoping, clear tracking, and timely delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project planning and execution across product and engineering teams.
• Break down requirements into actionable tasks and maintain sprint boards and backlogs.
• Track deadlines and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
• Document project decisions, updates, and action items.
• Identify blockers early and escalate appropriately.
• Coordinate meetings, stand-ups, and sprint ceremonies.
• Maintain project dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility.
• Help ensure alignment between product, design, and engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in project coordination, operations, or related roles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Comfort operating in fast-moving environments.
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership mentality.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Linear, Notion, monday.com, or Slack.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a startup, product, or engineering environment.
• Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Interest in AI, SaaS, or technology products.

Key Skills/Competency

• Project Management
• Agile Methodologies
• Scrum
• Stakeholder Communication
• Product Development
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Jira/Linear/Notion
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-solving