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Primary Talent Partners

Project Assistant

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White bear lake, United states

Fresher

Freelance

29-01-2026

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Communication Salesforce Research Databases Project Management

Job Specifications


Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Project Assistant with our power technology client remote in White Bear Lake, MN. This is a 12-month contract with a potential for extension.

Pay: $40.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Schedule: Mon to Fri - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Local Time)

Description:
Assists a project manager in applying process and project management skills within an area of business or technical specialty. Supports the management of small portions of well defined projects. Provides administrative and logistics support for a project team and project manager.

Key Responsibilities:
Serves as a support resource on projects and work assignments.
Assists in identifying, tracking, and working with others to resolve project issues.
Helps monitor and communicate project status to project team.
Assists with budget planning and tracking, research, and analytical support; provides administrative support for the design and development of project plans and timelines.
Assists with managing project risk; completes administrative work in the use of quality tools to identify areas of risk.
Supports documenting and sharing team learnings with other teams.
Maintains project notes, databases, and other records; monitors measures and communicates with Project Manager on status of specific projects and assignments.

Must-Have Skills:
Proficiency in MS Excel, including the ability to work with spreadsheets and navigate simple formulas such as VLOOKUP.
Strong communication skills, including professional email communication (MS Outlook), use of MS Teams, and willingness to handle phone conversations as needed.
Previous experience with MS Access or a similar database tool.
Knowledge of Client (ERP software) and/or Salesforce is a plus.

Education;
High School Diploma or Associate Degree required.
Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
PMP certification is a plus but not required.

Experience:
1-3 years of project management experience.

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com

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About the Company

Primary Talent Partners (PTP) is a woman-owned staffing firm specializing in contingent workforce programs and full-service staffing solutions, including temporary and direct hire services. Established in 2019, our Executive Partners bring over two decades of experience in staffing and consulting. Headquartered near Charlotte, North Carolina, with satellite locations nationwide, we serve a diverse portfolio of Fortune 500 clients. As a trusted supplier for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and structured workforce programs, w... Know more