Manager, Project Manager
Job Description
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About us</strong></p> <p>Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services. We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and serve as foundations for future growth. Bold ambition. Practical action. Endless possibilities.</p></div><h4><strong>About the Role</strong></h4> <p>We are seeking a strategic and technically fluent Project Manager to lead complex Web and CMS digital transformation initiatives. In this role, you will oversee the full project lifecycle — from discovery and solution design to development, launch, and post-launch optimization.</p> <p>You will manage cross-functional teams including strategists, UX designers, architects, developers, and QA specialists while serving as the primary point of contact for enterprise clients.</p> <p>This is an exciting opportunity for a delivery leader who thrives in fast-paced digital environments, understands modern web architecture and CMS ecosystems, and can balance technical complexity with commercial accountability. You will report to the Delivery Director and play a key role in driving successful, scalable digital platform implementations.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise-scale Web and CMS projects (replatforming, multi-site, headless implementations)</li> <li>Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and profitability</li> <li>Facilitate discovery workshops and translate business requirements into actionable delivery plans</li> <li>Develop detailed project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and status reporting</li> <li>Oversee resource planning, forecasting, and estimate-to-completion tracking</li> <li>Identify and mitigate risks related to integrations, content migration, and technical architecture</li> <li>Participate in pre-sales activities including RFP responses, scoping, and SOW development</li> <li>Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for growth and expansion</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement of project governance and delivery processes</li> </ul> <h4><strong>What we are looking for</strong></h4> <p>Must-Have:</p> <ul> <li>6+ years of Project Management experience in a digital agency or consulting environment</li> <li>Proven experience delivering enterprise Web and CMS implementations (e.g., Drupal, AEM, Sitecore, headless CMS)</li> <li>Strong understanding of modern web architecture and multi-platform integrations</li> <li>Experience managing large client-facing teams and complex project logistics</li> <li>Demonstrated financial management experience including revenue forecasting and margin tracking</li> <li>Expertise in Agile and hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery models</li> <li>Excellent stakeholder written and verbal communication skills across business and technical audiences</li> </ul> <p>Nice-to-Have:</p> <ul> <li>Business analysis or requirements management experience</li> <li>PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum Master certification</li> <li>Experience working with global distributed teams</li> <li>Familiarity with marketing technology ecosystems and digital governance</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Who you are</strong></h4> <ul> <li>You are commercially minded and understand the financial drivers of digital delivery</li> <li>You are technically credible and comfortable engaging with architects and developers</li> <li>You bring structure and clarity