Part Time Project Manager
Project Manager, Part-TimeDo you want to manage innovative web solutions for a diverse range of clients? Are you excited by building new digital experiences from concept through launch? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with talented deployment teams on real products?If so, Promet Source may be the place for you.Promet Source is a Chicago-based web and mobile application development company seeking a part-time remote Project Manager to work up to 20 hours per week with an hourly rate of $60–$70 to join our established team of Drupal professionals.About The RoleThe Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with company strategy, commitments, and goals. This role reports to the PMO. This role requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask effectively, and experience leading technical teams.Projects may include new development initiatives as well as ongoing support and maintenance engagements, requiring comfort switching between build-focused and support-oriented workflows.Duties/ResponsibilitiesProject PlanningResponsible for project execution coming to completion at or under budgetResponsible for keeping internal and external stakeholders informed of project progress, risks, and milestones weekly or more frequently as neededAssigns and recommends resources for assigned projectsForecasts resource allocation on a quarterly basisIdentifies and documents project requirements at the start of each projectMaintains the first point of contact for customer stakeholdersReviews development work, ticket progress, keeps project tracking software up to dateResponsible to keep the project team focused and unblocked from obstacles when possible; this may include getting answers to questions in a timely manner, documenting needs, updating tickets, and moreAssist with maintenance and creation of internal process and other wiki documentationBuild strong relationships with clientsProject BudgetingCreate and approve monthly project invoicesDevelop project budgets, monitor and track budgets against pre-sales estimates for individual projectsForecast project budget and timeline changes well in advance and inform stakeholders of any changesProject Account GrowthIdentify upsells: identify valuable additional work to perform for client accountSales support: assist with project management related questions and demonstrationsBuild strong relationships with clientsAbout Promet SourceWe are a technology firm delivering web and mobile development solutions with ongoing support. Our clients include higher education institutions, local/state government, high-volume eCommerce platforms, and startups. As a leading provider of web services, we specialize in complex web development, open-source CMS support (with a strong focus on Drupal), and iOS mobile applications. We are deeply committed to open-source solutions and provide managed services for Drupal-based websites, products, and applications.QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of project management experienceExperience working with a CMS in an agency settingBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration or a related fieldStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitaskExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly motivated, independent self-starterExperience developing project budgets, tracking expenses, coaching teams, and improving processesSolid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practicesProven experience in people management, strategic planning, risk management, and change managementWorking knowledge of web accessibility standards and how to apply them in practiceExperience working part-time and remoteExperience or certification in web accessibility is a strong plusMust be based in the United States and authorized to work in the U.S.