Lead Project Coordinator

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Project Coordinator in United States. This role offers the opportunity to lead and coordinate complex projects while managing a high-performing team in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The Lead Project Coordinator will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on time, and in alignment with organizational goals. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to project coordinators, and driving best practices in Agile project management. Success involves tracking project performance, mitigating risks, and delivering high-quality outcomes while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role balances strategic oversight with hands-on project coordination, enabling measurable impact across multiple initiatives and partners. Accountabilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Project Coordinators, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities
• Support Technical Account Managers and Agile Leads in planning, coordinating, and executing core project components
• Manage special projects, including project planning, data analysis, and ensuring timely execution
• Facilitate project meetings, monitor status, and escalate issues for corrective action
• Maintain project documentation, including issue logs, deliverables, and communication updates
• Identify and mitigate project risks and blockers in collaboration with internal teams
• Coordinate with multiple internal and external partners to ensure alignment and clear communication
• Provide timely and accurate project updates to leadership and stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in project coordination within IT or business operations, with 1-2+ years in a leadership or team lead role
• Proficiency with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external clients, demonstrating excellent customer service
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage client expectations
• Experience working independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Remote work environment with flexible scheduling
• Competitive salary with comprehensive health/medical benefits
• PTO, personal, and sick day policies supporting work-life balance
• Retirement savings contributions (RRSP/TFSA/401K)
• Life and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities
• Inclusive, supportive culture emphasizing diversity, equity, and belonging

Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.