Project Administrator

Job description

Position Description:

Project Administrator

Company Profile:
At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve. At CGI, we’re a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company - one that has grown to 72,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve results for our clients - and for our members. Come grow with us. Learn more at www.cgi.com.
This is a great opportunity to join a winning team. CGI offers a competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits for full-time, permanent members start on the first day of employment and include a paid time-off program and profit participation and stock purchase plans. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please.

Job Title: Project Administrator
Experience: 2 to 5 years
Main location: Bangalore
Position ID: J0225-2185
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:
CGI is currently seeking a Project Admin who has a minimum of 3-8 years working experience in project coordination and/or project administration preferably with experience working in a PMO role supporting Project Control Officer (PCO). Willing to work in Night shift (British Columbia daytime) This would be considered a Project Admin position that will provide support to a PCO/project managers and project teams providing admin services to our clients.

Key responsibilities:
Ensure project time entries and task descriptions are valid for projects.
Complete weekly, monthly reporting and invoicing validations.
Manage and organize all project contractual information, including Accounting Summaries and Change Requests, and ensure all documents are properly executed and filed with Finance and on Ensemble;
Maintain the Project Deliverables Checklist for all projects, and ensure that all deliverables are filed on Ensemble along with appropriate client approvals;
Support the project teams with other document or material development as required for the various projects;
Provide logistical support to project teams for such things as submitting RM assignment requests, maintaining client / Member distribution lists, following up with assigned resource on action items, etc.
To ensure consistent and efficient processing of all project administration tasks, such as new engagement setup, RM assignments, Time Report adjustment requests, etc.
Handle the financial check point, revenue, forecast and budget for the client.

The Project Admin is expected to be highly self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision. Interpersonal skills are also a key factor since there are requirements to interact with internal and client staff.

The ideal candidate will have:
Education/Experience:
Graduate/ Post-secondary education in Business Administration or related discipline;
2-5 years related experience in consulting/IT department supporting project managers
PMO process knowledge

Technical Skills:
Intermediate working knowledge of MS Office 2010, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio and Project;
Experience with invoicing processes in a consulting/project related environment;
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills;

Soft Skills:

Self-Starter – high energy, highly motivated individual who is looking to assume new/additional responsibilities, grow and develop, with minimal supervision;
Self-Confident & Self Managing – able to plan and execute tasks in a prescribed organized manner and timeframe without being directed and asked;
Self-Assured – ability to handle pressure while working on multiple priorities under strict deadlines;
Team Player – ability to work in a team environment working toward common goals;
Client Focused – ensuring that the goal of providing internal and external clients with excellent service delivery is main focus;
Intuitive – can think and plan ahead, develop and enhance processes and look for ways to do things more efficiently and effectively.
Strong attention to detail;
Nice to Have:
General knowledge of accounting, project management, PeopleSoft;
A clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Project Administration Team within the CGI office.

Skills:

·  English
·  Analytical Thinking
·  Finance
·  Finance & Accounting

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.