Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Project Manager to lead the implementation and rollout of technology projects across our organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in project management, technical implementation, and cross-functional team collaboration. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strategic and analytical mindset, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment.
Position Details: Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid)/ Onsite Tues & Weds only
Type: 9 Month Contract (possibility of extension)
$70-75w2 per hour
Key Responsibilities: Project Management:- Lead and manage end-to-end technology implementation projects, from initiation and planning through execution, delivery, and post-launch support
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables aligned with business objectives
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies
- Facilitate process mapping, functionality reviews, or other analysis activities to support design and requirements development
Stakeholder Engagement:- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to gather and refine requirements
- Maintain clear and proactive communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure alignment
- Team Collaboration:
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, QA, UX, and IT operations
- Facilitate meetings, stand-ups, and retrospectives to drive project momentum and resolve blockers
Training and User Support:- Partner with change management resources to develop and deliver training materials and documentation for end-users
- Ensure effective transition planning, including user acceptance testing, training, and communication plans are executed
- Promote user adoption of new tools and processes
Issue & Risk Management:- Identify, log, and troubleshoot technical issues, escalating as needed
- Provide Tier 1/Tier 2 support post-deployment and ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
- Proactively manage project risks and dependencies to minimize impact on delivery
Documentation & Reporting:- Maintain comprehensive project documentation including requirements, status reports, and post-mortems
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and present updates to leadership and stakeholders
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in project management, specifically in technology implementation or software development environments
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, MS Project, Trello)
- Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and leadership skills
- PMP, CSM, or other relevant certifications preferred