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Purpose:
Play a key role in supporting technology that powers Nutrition Services across UPMC. In this position, you’ll coordinate projects related to the Computrition Enterprise Nutrition Information System, partnering with teams throughout project planning, program development, software implementation, site training, troubleshooting, and ongoing system support.
This is a remote position with opportunities to collaborate in person through scheduled meetings in the Pittsburgh area and at locations across the UPMC system.
Schedule & Travel:
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Remote position with scheduled onsite meetings in the Pittsburgh area and across the UPMC system
- Travel to supported UPMC locations as needed, including overnight travel approximately 6 to 8 times per year
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Scheduled on-call support is limited to specific projects as needed
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and functionality of Computrition parent and child sites across the UPMC system.
- Investigate and troubleshoot Computrition system errors, partnering with Computrition Application Support to identify and implement effective resolutions.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date data within the Nutrition Care Management, Foodservice Operations Management, and SuitePoint! Point-of-Sale applications within Hospitality Suite.
- Conduct workflow analysis and data collection to support the development and configuration of child site schemas for UPMC locations.
- Coordinate assigned projects, providing project management support and maintaining established timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Actively participate in Hospitality Suite system testing in collaboration with ISD to support successful implementation and ongoing functionality.
- Develop site-specific training materials and provide orientation and training to associates on Hospitality Suite functionality and workflows.
- Mentor and provide ongoing support to super users across UPMC child sites, serving as a key resource for system questions and operational needs.
- Serve as a liaison between operational teams and ISD, troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues that impact daily operations.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics preferred, or five years of leadership experience with a financial focus and demonstrated financial and computer acumen.
- Minimum of three years of food service and/or clinical nutrition experience required.
- Strong computer and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to independently organize, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt communication style based on the audience and situation.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Purpose:
Play a key role in supporting technology that powers Nutrition Services across UPMC. In this position, you’ll coordinate projects related to the Computrition Enterprise Nutrition Information System, partnering with teams throughout project planning, program development, software implementation, site training, troubleshooting, and ongoing system support.
This is a remote position with opportunities to collaborate in person through scheduled meetings in the Pittsburgh area and at locations across the UPMC system.
Schedule & Travel:
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Remote position with scheduled onsite meetings in the Pittsburgh area and across the UPMC system
- Travel to supported UPMC locations as needed, including overnight travel approximately 6 to 8 times per year
-
Scheduled on-call support is limited to specific projects as needed
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and functionality of Computrition parent and child sites across the UPMC system.
- Investigate and troubleshoot Computrition system errors, partnering with Computrition Application Support to identify and implement effective resolutions.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date data within the Nutrition Care Management, Foodservice Operations Management, and SuitePoint! Point-of-Sale applications within Hospitality Suite.
- Conduct workflow analysis and data collection to support the development and configuration of child site schemas for UPMC locations.
- Coordinate assigned projects, providing project management support and maintaining established timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Actively participate in Hospitality Suite system testing in collaboration with ISD to support successful implementation and ongoing functionality.
- Develop site-specific training materials and provide orientation and training to associates on Hospitality Suite functionality and workflows.
- Mentor and provide ongoing support to super users across UPMC child sites, serving as a key resource for system questions and operational needs.
- Serve as a liaison between operational teams and ISD, troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues that impact daily operations.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics preferred, or five years of leadership experience with a financial focus and demonstrated financial and computer acumen.
- Minimum of three years of food service and/or clinical nutrition experience required.
- Strong computer and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to independently organize, prioritize, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt communication style based on the audience and situation.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Who's Hiring
- Meridial126
- Clutter8
- Convergint8
- ASRC Federal6
- Canon2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Smartsheet, Asana, or Microsoft Project
- Two or more years of experience coordinating or supporting project delivery
- Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall project methodologies
- Strong written communication skills for status reporting and stakeholder updates
- PMP certification or active progress toward it preferred for senior roles
Tips for Your Remote Project Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through mixed results across multiple sources.
Prove your async communication skills upfront
Remote project specialists succeed or fail on written clarity. Update your resume to show specific examples of written status updates, Slack-based coordination, or documentation you owned. Remote hiring managers look for this before the first interview.
Highlight the tools you know by name
Remote employers move fast when they see exact tools listed: Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, Confluence, Monday.com. Name every project management and collaboration platform you've used in your resume and cover letter, not just generic project management experience.
Prepare for a remote work scenario question
Most remote project specialist interviews include a question about how you manage a delayed deliverable or an unresponsive stakeholder without walking down the hall. Prepare a specific example that shows your escalation process and how you kept the project moving.
Remote Project Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project specialist job?
Target companies that run fully distributed teams, since they've built the workflows that make remote project coordination work well. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, comfort with async collaboration tools like Jira or Asana, and the ability to drive deliverables without in-person check-ins. Certifications like CAPM or PMP and a portfolio showing completed projects with measurable outcomes give candidates a real edge.
Which companies hire remote project specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote project specialists include Meridial, Clutter, and Convergint, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, management consulting companies, and healthcare organizations with distributed operations are among the most consistent sources of remote project specialist openings.
Can you get a remote project specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage your own workload and communicate progress without daily oversight. Remote-first SaaS companies and nonprofits hire coordinators and project associates as stepping stones. Showing completed coursework, volunteer project coordination, or a freelance project you drove to completion from start to finish can open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote project specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated project management skills, familiarity with tools like Jira, Trello, or Monday.com, and a history of delivering work on time over a specific degree. A project management certification can substitute for a degree in many postings, particularly at remote-first companies and technology firms that focus on output over credentials.
Which industries hire the most remote project specialists?
Remote project specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors have embraced distributed teams where project specialists coordinate work across time zones, vendors, and functions without a shared physical office.
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