Remote Global Localization Project Manager

Day Translations, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Day Translations, Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Manager to bridge clients and freelance translators/interpreters. The role requires experience in translation, localization, project management, and customer service.

You will manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships in a fast-paced environment, ensuring delivery from start to finish. Remote worldwide work is possible with flexible coordination across time zones.

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.
• Strong sense of professionalism and politeness. This position requires full professional commitment during scheduled hours; conflicting employment may result in termination.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation of costs and prepare project budgets and quotes for clients.
• Coordinate all the project phases and predict the lifespan of all stages with achievable deadlines.
• Utilize tools such as Plunet for time tracking and own projects end-to-end.
• Adhere to applicable policies and procedures.
• Answer client queries via chats, phone, and emails on time.
• Report activity in group chats and communicate with peers on tasks.
• Negotiate deadlines and rates with freelancers based on HR freelancer databases.
• Establish and maintain relationships with freelancers globally.
• Monitor and control project status.
• Manage project finances, including budgeting.
• Perform quality checks at various stages to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Handle freelancer queries.

Skills

Project management

Customer service

Localization

CAT tools

Smartcat

MemoQ

Trados

English communication

Education

Business Administration

Translations

Tools

Smartcat

MemoQ

Trados

Job description

Day Translations, Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Manager to bridge clients and freelance translators/interpreters. The role requires experience in translation, localization, project management, and customer service.

You will manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships in a fast-paced environment, ensuring delivery from start to finish. Remote worldwide work is possible with flexible coordination across time zones.