The Project Operations Assistant will work directly with regional leadership to streamline internal administrative and operational systems, track project performance, monitor financial reports and projections, and support projects from development, to implementation, to closeout. You will interact with clients or prospective clients to assist in understanding needs, drafting project implementation plans, invoices, or project proposals. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, has strong analytical and writing skills, enjoys developing innovative processes, and is looking for a long-term opportunity to grow into a project management role.
Essential Functions :
Staffing & Roster Coordination
- Manage surge staffing solutions and actively recruit for open positions
- Maintain rosters, staff availability, and project assignments
- Support personnel mobilization, orientation and track training compliance
- Coordinate scheduling and documentation for local teams
Project Operations
Support preparation of project scopes, proposals, and staffing modelsDraft basic project budgets using internal rates and templatesAssist in maintaining internal timelines, trackers, and document systemsFinancial Support
Track personnel hours and costs across active projectsAssist with basic forecasting and reportingFlag budget risks or inconsistencies for leadership reviewSystem Development & Internal Processes
Build lightweight systems to track internal performance and resourcingIdentify operational gaps and propose practical solutionsHelp standardize internal workflows as the organization scalesRequirements
3–5 years of experience in operations, project coordination, staffing, or executive administrative rolesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsComfortable with spreadsheets, formulas, and financial tracking (Excel)Clear and concise writing skills (especially for process documentation and budget narratives)Self-starter comfortable in fast-moving, lightly structured environmentsBased in or near Frankfort, KY or Lexington, KYBonus if you have :
Familiarity with government contracting, disaster recovery, mission-based work, or project-based workExperience coordinating emergency surge staffingExperience with lightweight visual reporting programs like Power Bi or SalesforceAbility to deploy and be on-site for an extended period of time (up to 21 days) to a disaster affected area and support field administrative duties during major disaster responses.Benefits
Health Insurance and PTOHybrid Work Schedule : 2-3 days in office per weekCDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V and EO / AAN / D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.