Technical Website Project Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a Technical Website Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of high-performance websites. You will serve as the essential link between our clients and our production team by translating business goals into technical requirements. The ideal candidate possesses hands-on technical skills to troubleshoot and configure web environments while managing the project lifecycle using Agile methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Architect technical solutions and recommend tech stacks.
- Manage end-to-end project lifecycles using Agile/Scrum.
- Perform light hands-on website configuration and troubleshooting.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
- Lead quality assurance and performance optimization efforts.
Required Skills
- HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript proficiency.
- Experience with CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow).
- Familiarity with hosting, DNS, and deployment pipelines.
- Technical SEO and Analytics knowledge.
- Jira, Linear, or Asana expertise.
- Figma proficiency.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
📌 Solution Architecting: Translate client business goals into clear technical sitemaps, user flows, and functional requirements. Recommend the best tech stack (e.g., WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, or custom builds) based on project needs.
📌 Project Orchestration: Manage the full website lifecycle from discovery to launch using Agile/Scrum methodologies. Own the timeline, budget, and ensure all deliverables meet launch readiness standards.
📌 Hands-on Support (Light): Assist with basic HTML/CSS tweaks, content uploads, plugin configurations, and staging setup to keep projects moving efficiently before escalating to developers.
📌 Stakeholder Management: Act as the main point of contact for clients, translating technical concepts like caching, responsiveness, and SEO into clear, business-friendly language.
📌 Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with UI/UX designers and developers to ensure feasibility, resolve blockers, and manage scope changes effectively.
📌 Performance & QA: Lead quality assurance across browsers and devices, ensuring websites are optimized for speed, responsiveness, and bug-free performance before launch.
Technical Requirements & Toolstack:
📌 Web Fundamentals: Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and basic JavaScript, with the ability to debug issues using browser developer tools.
📌 CMS & E-commerce: Experience with platforms like WordPress (Elementor/Gutenberg), Webflow, Shopify, or headless CMS (Contentful, Strapi).
📌 Hosting & Deployment: Familiarity with hosting platforms (WP Engine, Vercel, AWS), DNS management (Cloudflare), and SSL setup.
📌 SEO & Analytics: Basic knowledge of technical SEO (site speed, schema markup) and experience setting up Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager.
📌 Design Tools: Proficiency in Figma for reviewing designs, extracting assets, and aligning with UX/UI requirements.
📌 Project Management Tools: Strong experience using Jira, Linear, or Asana, along with documentation tools like Google Workspace.
Candidate Profile:
- 1–3+ years of project management experience in a digital agency or web-focused tech environment.
- Proven experience managing end-to-end website builds (portfolio required).
- Strong technical literacy (APIs, databases, responsive design concepts).
- Excellent communication skills to manage clients and expectations effectively.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on launch quality (e.g., redirects, SEO tags, performance checks).