Web & Technical Project Manager | 65791376652

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.

Work arrangement
Yes