Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Search Solution Group is seeking a Contract Project Manager on behalf of a fast-food restaurant franchise company. This role is responsible for coordinating and driving project execution across cross-functional and executive-level stakeholders in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track multiple projects using Excel-based trackers and reporting tools
• Coordinate with executives and cross-functional stakeholders to gather project updates and required information
• Ensure project milestones, deliverables, and deadlines are clearly documented and met
• Maintain and update detailed project tracking spreadsheets with accuracy and consistency
• Identify gaps, follow up on missing information, and proactively drive responses from stakeholders
• Facilitate clear and professional communication between leadership and operational teams
• Monitor project progress and escalate risks or delays when necessary
• Support organizational alignment by ensuring accurate and timely reporting of project status
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Assist in organizing priorities and ensuring accountability across multiple initiatives

Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Prior experience in project management or project coordination required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required)
• Strong organizational and tracking abilities using spreadsheets and reporting tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically with senior leadership
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data management
• Project management principles and tracking methodologies
• Excel-based reporting and workflow management
• Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder communication
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Highly organized and detail-oriented approach to work
• Ability to “wrangle” and follow up with stakeholders to drive accountability
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Strong sense of ownership and initiative
• Diplomatic communication style when dealing with leadership
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Experience working with executive-level stakeholders preferred
• Background in corporate, franchise, or operations environments a plus
• Corporate operations or franchise business structure (preferred)

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