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