Technical Project Manager

Contechs Consulting Limited; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead a software development initiative for an automotive electronics project in Superior Township, MI. The role is on a contract basis and requires strong Agile and stakeholder management capabilities.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, document progress, and ensure quality through high-level testing and UAT in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience project managing a software development project.
• Familiarity with Agile software development and Scrum methodology.
• Experience with stakeholder communication and management.
• Proven experience in project tracking and documentation.
• Ability to create and maintain a Gantt chart, timeline, milestones and bug burndown.
• High level testing familiarity.
• Ability to execute high level user acceptance tests.
• Understand industry standard validation workflow to ensure suppliers follow processes to achieve quality targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development projects from planning to delivery.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain project artifacts, schedules, and risk registers.
• Track progress using Gantt charts and burndown metrics.

Skills

Project management

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Project tracking

Gantt charts

Testing familiarity

User acceptance testing

Validation workflow

Job description

Position: Technical Project Manager

Sector: Electronics & Connected Car Systems

Location: Superior Township, MI, USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be located in Superior Township, MI, USA.

Job Description

• Must have proven experience project managing a software development project


• Familiarity with Agile software development and Scrum methodology


• Experience with stakeholder communication and management


• Must have proven experience in project tracking and documentation


• Able to create and maintain a Gantt char, timeline, milestones, and bug burndown


• Must have high level testing familiarity


• Must be able to execute high level user acceptance tests


• Must understand industry standard validation workflow to ensure suppliers are following sufficient processes to achieve quality targets

Experience

• Minimum 3 Years

Work Authorization Requirement

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.


• Our Client is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process