Night Shift Localization Project Manager — Remote (US Time Zone)

daytranslations; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Day Translations is a global translation and interpreting company. We are seeking a Project Manager for the Localization Department to work the night shift in the USA time zone.

This full-time remote role involves coordinating translators and clients, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. The ideal candidate has experience in translation, localization, project management, and customer service, plus proficiency with CAT tools like Smartcat and MemoQ, and translation management systems

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, business administration, and customer service.
• Knowledge in Localization for the Localization Project Manager role.
• Knowledge and experience using CAT tools like Smartcat and MemoQ.
• Knowledge and experience using Translation Management systems like Trados.
• University degree in Business Administration, Translations, or any relevant field is preferred.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills in English (Native or C1) and fluency in a foreign language.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills.
• Full commitment during scheduled working hours; job stacking is not permitted.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation of costs and prepare project budgets and quotes for clients.
• Coordinate all the project phases and efficiently predict the lifespan of all stages with achievable deadlines.
• Utilize Plunet for time tracking and take full ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Adhere to applicable policies and procedures.
• Respond to client queries via chats, phone calls, and emails in a timely manner.
• Report activity in group chats and coordinate with peers on tasks.
• Negotiate deadlines and rates with freelancers based on HR freelancer databases.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with freelancers worldwide.
• Monitor and control project status and finances, including budgeting.
• Perform quality checks at various stages to ensure quality and accuracy.

Skills

Project management

Localization

Customer service

CAT tools

Translation management systems

English proficiency

Cross-cultural communication

Multitasking

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Smartcat

MemoQ

Trados

Job description

Day Translations is a global translation and interpreting company. We are seeking a Project Manager for the Localization Department to work the night shift in the USA time zone.

This full-time remote role involves coordinating translators and clients, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. The ideal candidate has experience in translation, localization, project management, and customer service, plus proficiency with CAT tools like Smartcat and MemoQ, and translation management systems