Technical Project Manager

HelloTeam; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HelloTeam is seeking a highly skilled Engineering Project Manager to oversee engineering projects from inception to completion. The successful candidate will manage timelines, gather requirements, and ensure quality control while fostering collaboration across teams. This role is ideal for those with a strong engineering background and excellent project management skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in engineering project management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• PMP or other project management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, adjust plans as necessary, and troubleshoot issues.
• Lead project post-mortems to analyze successes and areas for improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and organized Engineering Project Manager to oversee the development, documentation, and successful completion of engineering projects. This role requires a strong background in engineering principles, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing project timelines, gathering and defining requirements, ensuring quality control, and ensuring documentation is accurate and up-to-date throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Coordination:

  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans that outline tasks, milestones, timelines, and resource requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, design, QA, etc.) to ensure alignment and smooth workflow.

• Requirements Gathering and Documentation:

  • Work closely with stakeholders (internal and external) to gather project requirements.
  • Document and maintain clear and detailed project specifications, technical requirements, and functional requirements.
  • Ensure all documentation is kept up-to-date and accessible to all relevant team members.

• Project Execution and Monitoring:

  • Lead project execution, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within scope.
  • Monitor project progress, adjust plans as necessary, and troubleshoot issues that arise.
  • Track and report on project performance, deliverables, and risks.

• Team Leadership and Communication:

  • Foster collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong communication channels.
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders and management on project status and key metrics.
  • Lead and motivate team members to ensure high performance and timely delivery.

• Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

  • Ensure that all project deliverables meet established quality standards.
  • Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies to avoid project delays or failures.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards, as applicable.

• Project Completion and Handover:

  • Oversee final project review and ensure all deliverables are completed to specifications.
  • Prepare comprehensive post-project documentation and transition plans.
  • Lead project post-mortems to analyze successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering project management, including experience with documentation and requirements management.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, tools, and software.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with varying complexities and timelines.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• PMP or other relevant project management certification is a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into clear documentation.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of agile project management methodologies is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities, with a focus on team collaboration and motivation.