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Jr Project Manager

Eightelevengroup, Baltimore, MD, United States


Jr. Project Manager
Baltimore, MD; Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL
Hybrid Remote
12-Month Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $40 per hour

ABOUT THE ROLE
Join the Utility Communications (UComm) team at a Fortune 100 Energy client through Brooksource’s Elevate Program as a Jr. Project Manager. This contract-to-hire position supports financial project tracking and execution for critical telecommunications infrastructure initiatives, including telecom towers, wireless networks, RF communications, and Voice over IP systems. Based in Baltimore, MD; Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; or Chicago, IL, and offering a hybrid remote work environment, you will focus on financial oversight, reporting, and coordination for projects supporting wireless, transport, and communication systems. The role is designed for early-career professionals seeking growth in project management, financial operations, and utility infrastructure, with access to technical and professional development, mentorship, and exposure to enterprise-level projects. If you are detail-oriented, driven, and eager to learn, with strong Excel skills and an interest in project financials, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Support tracking and reporting across UComm projects, including accruals, forecasts, and invoicing verification

Maintain and update Excel-based financial models and reports (pivot tables, lookups, variance tracking)

Assist in analyzing project financial performance and identifying variances or discrepancies

Partner with project managers and stakeholders to ensure accurate data and reporting

Support scheduling and project tracking activities using tools such as Microsoft Project

Help coordinate project activities across teams including security, transport, wireless, and technology groups

Assist in preparing financial summaries, dashboards, and reports for leadership

Track project costs related to telecom infrastructure such as towers, wireless equipment, and communication systems

Support continuous improvement of financial tracking and reporting processes

Collaborate with mentors and senior team members to build project management and financial skillsets

Gain exposure to large-scale utility communication projects and enterprise project environments

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field

1–3 years of experience in project coordination, financial analysis, or related role

Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP, data analysis)

Basic understanding of financial processes such as forecasting, accruals, and invoicing

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Self-starter with a strong desire to learn and grow in a project environment

Exposure to project management tools such as Microsoft Project (bonus)

Experience with Power BI or other reporting/visualization tools (bonus)

Familiarity with telecommunications concepts (wireless, RF, VoIP, data communications) (bonus)

Understanding of infrastructure or utility-related projects (bonus)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

A welcoming, team environment with the opportunity to work with a Fortune 100 company

Health, Dental, and Vision benefits, weekly pay, holiday paid time off, and sick-leave through Eight Eleven Group

Participation in Brooksource’s Elevate Program: 12 months of technical training, upskilling, professional development, and exposure to upper leadership to support seamless full-time conversion

Equal employment opportunities (EEO) in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws

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