Senior Project Manager
Job Description
About XWP
XWP has collaborated on some of the most ambitious and successful WordPress projects and partnered with the likes of Google, News Corp, and Penske Media Corporation (PMC) to bring richer technologies and delightful user experiences to the open web.
Our team of 70+ experts (from 20+ countries and 6 continents) enjoy challenging work, service-focused and collaborative teammates, and many opportunities to grow and learn. We have a passion and enthusiasm for what we do and a sincere care for each other and our clients.
We are looking for the right person to join our project management team who will support XWP’s mission of building a better web at enterprise scale by leading the delivery of exceptional software and great client experiences, within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
Who You Are
Your natural bias is towards servant leadership and empowering your colleagues to solve problems well
Order and efficiency are your superpower.
Overcommunication is your default setting
You have an appetite for learning and self-development
You value autonomy and have the self-management skills to operate dependably in a fully-remote role
Your active listening skills and empathy cultivate trust and respect in your workplace
You are fueled by a balanced blend of humility and confidence
What You’ve Done
This isn’t your first time managing large scale Web SDLC projects with cross-functional distributed teams
You’ve used Agile methodologies, including the SCRUM framework to facilitate complex projects towards on-time completion
You’ve been accountable for tracking 6 figure budgets and tight timelines
You’ve built strong, trusting relationships with client stakeholders without compromising on scope of work
You’ve probably earned CSM or PMP credentials
You’ve used Atlassian’s Jira at an advanced level to administer projects, and are familiar with GitHub
Bonus
Working on high-scale WordPress installs and platforms like WordPress.com and VIP
An understanding of the WordPress community and recent developments in WordPress
An understanding of how performance and Core Web Vitals play into the success of websites
What You’ll Do Here
Represent XWP to Client Stakeholders
Serve as the main point of contact for the client, ensuring exceptional client experiences
Coordinate, schedule and facilitate meetings, capturing and disseminating notes (both internal and external) during our Agile Scrum rhythms
Manage and prepare client invoicing
Facilitate Effective Project Delivery
Obtain estimation/effort levels from the team for all work to be performed
Set up all necessary project work spaces, including Slack, Jira, and Monday.com
Track, manage, and report on project budget, scope, and timeline while creating visibility for the rest of the team
Review and approve contributor timesheets
Ensure projects are properly resourced and running efficiently
Effectively be able to identify when escalation may be needed, and escalate project concerns to appropriate channels
Work closely with Architects to validate technical dependencies and needs to successfully complete projects
Understand all components of the SOW, and ensure all deliverables are met
Participate in and give back to the WordPress open source community
What Success Looks Like
Projects delivering to client expectations, on time and on budget.
Identifying and sharing information about additional opportunities with clients
Having the trust and confidence of the project team
Leading by example and treating others with respect
Having a Client that is pleased with the workflow and experience the team has created
Payscale & Benefits
Trust and support from your colleagues (we look out for each other and work together towards our shared goals and vision)
The rewards of a highly collaborative culture (we’re a team, not a working group)
The joys of remote work done right: schedule flexibility, skip the commute, more time for family and interests outside of work
The chance to play an important part in helping XWP achieve its full potential and make a meaningful difference for our clients, team members and the open web
An expected salary range of USD $75,000 to $120,000
Unleash+ allowance of $2,500 per year to enrich your life, and other benefits
XWP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
Are you intrigued?
Apply now (link below) and tell us about yourself, what this role will mean to you, and why you are who we want to work with.
If you are not the one we are looking for, please share this with anyone you know who might be!
