Remote Project Manager - Technical

Job Overview

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Technical Project Manager to join our esteemed non-profit organization, committed to delivering transformative projects. This role provides the convenience of 100% remote work from selected states, including Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and California.

Duration: 3-6 months, with potential for conversion to a full-time position based on workload needs.

Eligibility: Candidates must be U.S. citizens and eligible to work on a W2 basis (sponsorship is not available).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to clarify project scope and devise effective solutions.
• Transform vague project proposals into concrete project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Oversee project execution in accordance with established project management lifecycle standards.
• Facilitate collaborative discussions within project teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Lead design discussions for solutions, maintaining focus on scope and timelines.
• Proactively identify, mitigate, and resolve project risks.
• Ensure adherence to project delivery timelines and maintain communication with sponsors and stakeholders.
• Conduct thorough resource analysis and create project plans utilizing capacity management tools.
• Address conflicts and escalate issues as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with various business units, including marketing, product, technology, and facilities, to achieve project objectives.
• Create, execute, and adjust work plans and schedules in collaboration with project teams.
• Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date project documentation, including charters, scopes, and risk management plans.
• Resolve or escalate project-related issues promptly.
  
  

Required Skills

• Over 5 years of experience in technical and process project/program management.
• Proven ability to manage both technical and non-technical project teams.
• Experience collaborating with software engineers, database engineers, subject matter experts, business leads, analysts, and Salesforce professionals.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-disciplinary software products and application development projects.
• Strong expertise in applying project management methodologies to develop and execute effective project plans.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving risks and ensuring timely project completion within budget.
• High level of maturity and confidence in interactions with senior team members and in establishing project deliverables.
  
  

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in technical project management.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) is advantageous.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This role offers the unique opportunity to influence our organizational evolution and shape project selection and execution, paving the way for professional growth within the non-profit sector.

Company Culture And Values

Our organization champions a mission-driven culture, fostering an environment that values collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees to make a meaningful impact through their work.

Networking And Professional Opportunities

Engage with industry professionals and leaders, expanding your network while contributing to initiatives aimed at advancing Open Science.

Work Hours

Our distributed team operates with core working hours from 11 AM to 3 PM EST.

We eagerly await your application and the chance for you to become an integral part of our mission-driven team!

Employment Type: Full-Time