Web & Technical Project Manager | 65791376652

Somewhere

Location
Remote (South Africa)
Salary (as advertised)
Market related
Closing date
Not stated — check the original listing

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In brief

**Overview** This is a remote Independent Contractor role for a Web & Technical Project Manager at "Somewhere," a company whose Web and App Development Department specializes in building innovative digital solutions, including WordPress websites, custom business applications, and native mobile apps using frameworks like Laravel, WP Engine, and Divi. The role's priority location is South Africa, with working hours set for 8 am-5 pm Pacific Time. The Project Manager acts as a crucial link between clients, developers, and internal leadership, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with transparent communication. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing technical oversight with professional and empathetic communication. The salary range is market related. **What you will do** * Serve as the primary internal and client-facing contact for web and application projects, providing prototyping, mockups, status updates, expectations, follow-up reports, and transparent communication. * Coordinate and oversee the entire project lifecycle, from prototyping consultation, design, development, QA testing, go-live, training, through to project completion. * Proactively follow up with internal leadership, clients, developers, and programmers to track milestones, manage tasks, and ensure accountability. * Conduct quality assurance (QA) testing to ensure deliverables meet client or internal leadership requirements and organizational standards. * Document progress, risks, and next steps through clear, actionable status reports for both clients and internal leadership. * Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams and multiple departments, ensuring alignment between client needs and technical execution. * Provide marketing expertise where needed. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 3+ year(s) of Technical Project and Web Project Management experience. * Strong client-facing communication skills, capable of conveying technical progress and requirements in clear, approachable language. * Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously, with an emphasis on meeting deadlines and maintaining quality. * Technical project management experience in the MSP realm. * Basic understanding of technical concepts such as WP Engine, hosting platforms, programming frameworks, and mobile application development (hands-on programming is not required). * Prior QA or testing experience. **Who should apply** * Candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment. * Individuals adept at balancing technical oversight with professional and empathetic communication. * Professionals skilled at bridging the gap between clients, developers, and internal leadership to ensure project success. * Those who excel at coordinating development teams, advocating for clients, and maintaining clear communication to exceed expectations. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17915719926530072484pwT?source=Jobspage&new=yes Source: somewhere

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    Job description

    Role: Web & Technical Project Manager Priority Location: South Africa Working Hours:  8am-5pm Pacific Time Salary Range: Market Related Type of contract: Independent Contractor Type of job: Remote About the Client: The Web and App Development Department builds innovative digital solutions that range from WordPress websites to custom business applications and native mobile apps. Our team leverages cutting-edge frameworks like Laravel, WP Engine, Divi, and more to deliver scalable, modern solutions for businesses nationwide About the Role: The Project Manager is responsible for bridging the gap between clients, developers, and leadership internally — ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with clear communication at every step. They act as both an advocate for the client and a coordinator for the development team, ensuring that projects run smoothly, expectations are clear, and outcomes exceed expectations. Candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing technical oversight with professional, empathetic communication. Key Responsibilities: * Serve as the primary contact for web and application projects both internally and client-facing providing prototyping, mockups, status updates, expectations, follow up reports, and transparent communication. * Coordinate and oversee the project lifecycle from prototyping consultation, design, development, QA testing, go-live, training, and project completion. * Proactively follow up with internal leadership, clients, developers, and programmers to track milestones, manage tasks, and maintain accountability. * Conduct quality assurance (QA) testing to ensure deliverables align with client or internal leadership requirements and organizational standards. * Document progress, risks, and next steps in clear, actionable status reports for both clients and internal leadership. * Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams and multiple departments, ensuring alignment between client needs and technical execution. * Provide marketing expertise where needed. Qualifications: * 3+ year(s) of Technical Project and Web Project Management experience * Strong client-facing communication skills able to convey technical progress and requirements in clear, approachable language. * Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously with an emphasis on meeting deadlines and maintaining quality. * Technical project management experience in the MSP realm * Basic understanding of technical concepts such as WP Engine, hosting platforms, programming frameworks, and mobile application development (hands-on programming is not required). * Prior QA or testing experience.

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