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Overview As an Associate Project Manager, you will manage project lifecycles from  inception to close including resource scheduling, logistic coordination, cost accounting, invoicing and follow-up for small to mid-size internal and external customers.   Your Impact The essential functions of this position include:   Run small to mid-size projects from initial Statement of Work (SOW) to completion Enter quotes and orders into Professional Services Automation tools Work with the Sales and Engineering teams to ensure that all project related documents, including Statements of Work, customer purchase orders,  timesheets and job costing documents are properly completed Create vendor purchase orders and process invoices for payment Work with internal constituents and customers to define resource requirements,  prioritize and develop schedules Plan and schedule project deliverables, goals, and milestones Manage all project communication with customers and Account Managers Conduct regular face-to-face project status meetings or conference calls with customers Efficiently  identify and solve project issues Keep management informed of any issues related to project Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client Effectively apply ePlus project management  methodology and enforce project standards Minimize our exposure and risk on project Manage project budget and forecasting Track and report team hours and expenses on a weekly basis Assure project legal documents are completed and signed Obtain project completion signatures and ensure  timely invoicing Other duties, as assigned   Qualifications 2-5 years of experience in an operations or project management role in an IT environment Desire to achieve CAPM or PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification   Bachelor’s degree preferred Proven history delivering small and mid-size projects with hands-on project management experience Proficient with Microsoft Office products Strong organizational and customer service skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Professional demeanor and  good communication skills Knowledge of project management  methodology Knowledge of Microsoft Project preferred   Position Specifics The initial base salary range for this position is expected to be between $50,000 and $80,000 annually. The final base salary offered will be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, depth of experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, our compensation structure may include other components such as commissions and discretionary bonuses. ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered.  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended.  ePlus Benefits highlights can be viewed  here . If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. #LI-AC1 #IND1       Who We Are At ePlus, we believ