Web Project Manager

LaSalle Network has partnered with a leading provider of outdoor building materials, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service to their clients. They are seeking a talented and experienced Web Project Manager to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in website development projects, and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies. Experience working with Jira is essential and familiarity with Figma is preferred. The Web Project Manager will play a crucial role in managing website projects, collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring successful project delivery. This position is hybrid onsite Tuesday-Thursday in the West Loop, Chicago. Web Project Manager Responsibilities: Lead website development projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards Utilize Agile methodologies to manage project workflows, including Kanban boards, sprint planning, backlog grooming and task prioritization Develop project plans, timelines and resource allocation strategies to support successful project execution Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project delivery on time and within scope Work closely with key stakeholders, including the marketing team and B2B team, to gather project requirements, define objectives and establish project priorities Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and deliverables Provide regular project updates, status reports and presentations to stakeholders, addressing any concerns or issues proactively Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance processes to ensure website functionality, usability and performance meet or exceed project requirements Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with stakeholders and address feedback or issues promptly to ensure a seamless user experience Utilize project management tools such as Jira and Confluence to track project progress, manage tasks and document project-related information Familiarity with Figma is preferred for collaborating on design assets and mockups, although not required Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within the project management framework, including Agile practices and tools Actively participate in retrospective meetings, gather feedback from team members and implement actionable improvements to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness Web Project Manager Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field 3+ years of experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on website development projects and Agile methodologies Strong understanding of Agile principles, including Kanban boards, sprint planning, backlog management and iterative development cycles Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence and Microsoft Project Experience collaborating with Marketing and B2B stakeholders Experience working in a hybrid work environment and collaborating with remote and onsite teams Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality assurance and project delivery excellence Please apply today! Thank you, Emily Burkhardt Sr. Project Manager - Technology Services LaSalle Network LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. View a full list of our benefits here: .pdf LNPW

Created: 2024-11-05