Project Manager II

About the role

The Project Manager II is an intermediate-level role designed for individuals with relevant project experience who have a strong knowledge of iterative product development. This role involves leading cross-functional delivery teams and managing software engineering or digital product engagements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of technology projects to ensure they are completed on-time and within budget.
• Hold overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing, vendors, and contractual deliverables.
• Develop and maintain informed project plans throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with the product owner and cross-functional development team to maintain a relevant and prioritized product backlog.
• Monitor project milestones, track costs, analyze data, and generate periodic status reports.
• Evaluate and manage technical risks, dependencies, and project bottlenecks.
• Incorporate brand standards, quality measures and engineering standards into project deliverables.
• Cook up and lead conversations with client stakeholders, internal teams, and third-party vendors.
• Travel occasionally for in-person client visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical work experience.
• 2 years of professional project management experience.
• Direct experience working in a client-facing project management role.
• Experience managing cross-functional technical delivery teams.
• Experience managing digital product or software development engagements, including Mobile App Development, Digital Experience Platform (DXP) implementations, or Enterprise Web Redesigns.
• Must be an experienced and polished oral and written communicator.
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of enterprise CMS or DXP platforms such as Drupal, WordPress, SitecoreAI or Optimizely.
• Methodologies: Experience managing the atomic design process through technical implementation.
• Tools: Experience managing projects using Atlassian tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Industry Experience: Experience with healthcare digital initiatives, University systems, or Academic Medical Centers.
• Consulting: At least one year of consulting experience in IT or digital strategy.

Benefits

Modea offers a generous benefits package that includes:

• Generous paid time off
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with fully vested company matching
• Long-term & short-term disability

Pay

Estimated Salary Range: $80,460 - $113,835.

Schedule

Modeans are able to work at any location in Virginia, Tennessee, or North Carolina, unless otherwise required by job responsibilities. We offer a modern office located in Blacksburg, VA. Our office provides an indoor space with moderate temperatures and noise levels. This allows employees to choose a fully-office, fully-remote, or hybrid work experience. Employees may occasionally need to travel to our offices or other locations for items such as training or client visits. We will also provide employees with tools to do their job at home as well as in the office.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position during the duration of the workday. Individuals must have the ability to constantly operate a computer. Must have the ability to converse with and exchange information with clients and coworkers both in person and through a computer. Capable of occasionally transporting items of 10 lbs or less to and from the office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Modea is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.