Posted 13 July, 2026

Job Id: 628703

Project Coordinator


Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Category: Project Management
Salary: Apply for details
Country: United States
Employment: Contract
Worksite: On-Site
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Job Description

Pay range: 20-24/hr
*depending on experience

Position Overview:

To Support Project Managers with management of projects or may manage small, simple projects which generally require a small amount of client interaction. Projects will reside within a single business line and reside within a single site, may cross to sister sites for distribution or testing activities. May have responsibilities for supporting the training and mentoring of other Project Coordinators within the team.

To promote continuous improvement in all aspects of the job: Coordination with sales, operations, client services, and QA to ensure the highest level of client service.

Essential Functions:

Principal Responsibilities (including Technical Responsibilities where appropriate)
* Gains insight into internal customer needs by observing and asking questions
* React to situations and offers realistic suggestions that benefit the customer (I/E)
* With guidance, establishes and maintains effective client relationships
* Building relationships with internal teams and clients to accomplish work
* Established strong relationships with internal teams and clients to accomplish work
* Suggests different points of view to PM management and team
* Supports the establishment and maintenance of effective (I/E) customer relationships
* Support of ERP system (i.e., contract entry, milestone uploads, client shipments, etc.)
* Supports Project Management staff in administrative tasks
* Supports project management staff by facilitating project logistics
* Coordinates scheduling, budgeting, change orders, development of presentations and internal teams to help ensure project completion
* Supports client interaction by taking and driving action items
* Performs follow-up with internal stakeholders with the use of influencing skills
* Assists with onsite client visits
* Collaborate with Project Managers to solve problems
* Actively participates, suggests solutions to problems

Position Requirements:

Education or Equivalent: Science Degree and/or apprenticeship or equivalent work experience.

Experience: May have no project management experience

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:
* Working knowledge of Pharmaceutical and Biotech industries is desired.
* Working knowledge of Project Management is desired.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
* Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
* Detail oriented.
* Proficiency with MS Office Programs.
* Ability to lead a small project team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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