Assistant Project Manager


At VIISAUS we are passionately curious about people and society. We deliver data and insights that make our complex world easier and faster to navigate, and inspire our clients to make smarter decisions. By using innovative technologies and data science, VIISAUS turns big data into smart data, enabling its clients to improve their competitive edge.

Our culture and values speak to placing our customers as priority, working hard, teamwork and being passionate about what we do (and having fun in the process!). Our Company is full of ordinary people with extraordinary minds who desire to do extraordinary things!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Assistant Project Manager
Job Location:
Lagos
Assignment Category: Regular, Full-time
 
Job Profile

  • We are seeking a dedicated, organized, and efficient Assistant Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work with the Project Manager to coordinate and accomplish the necessary project tasks and requirements.
  • You must have an eye for detail, a go-getter personality, ready to help synchronize all the project elements and make them operate successfully.
  • If you are looking to kick start your career in Project management, this is the place to be. Due to the diversity of responsibilities of the role, the ideal candidate will be a competent and resourceful individual with a passion for Project Management.
  • The goal is to ensure the Operations department’s projects run smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the Organization, Clients and other Stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities
As Assistant Project Manager your responsibilities will comprise:

  • Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Participate in the design of project management processes and budget planning
  • Help coordinate and manage projects from inception to completion
  • Organize, file, and maintain all project documents
  • Enter information into and manage the digital project databases
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with necessary specifications
  • Review project designs and contribute ideas for cutting costs
  • Help create, manage, and maintain project budget
  • Help create and adhere to project timeline and calendar
  • Prepare project performance reports and weekly progression updates
  • Design and manage systems which are vital to quality review and control, and also develop and implement programs for continuous project improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) you will be measured on include:

  • Cycle time
  • On-time completion percentage
  • Number of project milestones completed on time with sign-off
  • Resource allocation & utilisation
  • Customer satisfaction/loyalty

Job Requirements
You’d be a good fit if you have:

  • Interest in working in project management
  • Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • The ability to prioritize and work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification will be a plus

Why VIISAUS?

  • Because VIISAUS hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits to make their lives better.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program which features:

  • A competitive salary in a highly exciting organization
  • Health and dental insurance coverage
  • Annual Performance Bonus at management discretion
  • Monthly Pension Benefits
  • Group life Insurance
  • A fun and collaborative environment with driven team members.
  • Work for an employee focused company that is building a great culture.
  • Paid time off, Sick days and Holidays