Project Coordinator

The Trailhead program is the start of your epic journey at Critical Mass. During your initial 12-weeks, you will embark on a custom-built learning journey to understand what we do, who we are, and how we make award-winning work with our clients. Our goal is to integrate you into the amazing work we do here at Critical Mass, and support you as part of the team to grow your career with us! 

Our Winter 2024 Trailhead Cohort commences February 6, 2024.  

All applications are reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis. 

The Project Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the successful development of interactive web-based solutions, working with cross-functional, multi-project team resources to ensure solutions are delivered on time and on budget according to defined scope, timeline and cost parameters. They will assist in the development of plans, schedules and control of all project activities toward these objectives, applying technical, theoretical and managerial skills to satisfy project requirements, while building positive professional relationships. 

You Will: 

• Assist in development, maintenance and execution of project plans throughout the life of assigned project(s)  
• Contribute to continual process and people management innovation, supporting effective delivery of solutions 
• Assist in establishing clear project parameters supporting the success of all internal and client team members  
• Provide and promote high standards of professionalism and leadership throughout the life of projects, both within and outside the organization, appropriately representing Critical Mass’ business philosophies, protocols and standards  
• Assist in creating and maintaining a project schedule, which defines activities, sequence, dependencies, work effort, duration and associated resource requirements  
• Assist in forecasting, tracking and managing project budgets, purchase orders and invoices  
• Assist in acquiring appropriate resources to meet project needs  
• Assist in planning and managing internal and external project communications, ensuring effective exchange of project information and deliverables  
• Assist in identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, mitigating and communicating project risk 

You Have:   

• Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, flexible environment  
• Strong interpersonal skills  
• Aptitude and desire to build skills in mediation, negotiation, diplomacy and decision making  
• Aptitude and desire to learn how to manage interactive digital-based media projects  
• Aptitude and desire to learn business and financial principles, including budget, schedule and resource management Demonstrated work ethic, integrity and professional conduct  
• Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
• Post-secondary, certification, or experience in a related field preferred 

What We Offer 

• Global maternity and parental leave
• Competitive benefits packages
• Vacation, compassionate leave, wellness days, and flex days
• Access to online services for families and new parents  
• Extensive winter holiday office closures
• Summer Fridays (off at 3:00 PM local time every Friday)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board with 12 affinity groups
• Enterprise-wide employee discounts  

The Talent Team at Critical Mass is focused on ensuring we provide the best training, onboarding, and employee experience possible! Our new hires & employees are the future of our organization, and we want to set you up for long-term success. In an effort to do so, we expect our team to work from an office a minimum of 4 days a week. The ask stems from our want to: 
 
Strengthen opportunity for continuous learning 
Improve collaboration and team relationships. 
Increase employee engagement 

This hybrid model balances the need for individual flexibility while maintaining the relentless customer focus we provide at CM. We understand that not everyone may feel comfortable with this expectation, so we ask that you please let us know immediately if there are any concerns so we can help navigate accordingly. 

CM Liquid Talent is still an option for roles approved to be 100% remote.