Project Manager

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.

Certifications

• PMP, Agile, or Scrum Master Certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in project management with at least 5 years managing Drupal-based modernization projects.
• Preferred Background: Prior experience managing projects for universities, higher education systems, or government agencies.
• Strong understanding of Drupal (7–11), Acquia Site Factory, and related content management systems.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams (technical, design, and content) through full project lifecycles — from planning to deployment.
• Expertise in managing projects aligned with WCAG 2.1 A/AA accessibility, SEO optimization, and digital brand compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications for enterprise-level modernization efforts.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum frameworks and tools such as Jira, Confluence, or MS Project.
• Strong background in vendor coordination, subcontractor management, and University/State contracting processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills for interfacing with academic departments, IT teams, and senior administrators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead UC Merced’s comprehensive Web Modernization Program, overseeing the migration of approximately 380 university websites from Drupal 7 to Drupal 11.
• Plan, organize, and control project activities — defining scope, schedules, deliverables, and milestones aligned with University objectives.
• Coordinate with technical teams, content strategists, and design experts to ensure smooth migration, accessibility compliance, and performance optimization.
• Develop detailed project timelines, communication plans, and risk registers, ensuring that milestones (such as upgrading 5–10 priority sites before December 2025) are met.
• Manage and report on project budgets, labor hours, and resource utilization per UC Merced’s reporting requirements.
• Collaborate closely with University leadership and departmental stakeholders to ensure alignment with academic and branding standards.
• Mentor project team members and ensure adherence to University ethics, supplier conduct, and sustainability policies.
• Ensure all deliverables meet WCAG 2.1 A/AA accessibility, SEO, and UC sustainability standards.
• Oversee quality control, testing, and corrective actions, ensuring adherence to UC Merced’s performance specifications and contract requirements.
• Support the brand refresh and redesign of 2–3 Drupal 11 templates, ensuring consistent user experience and compliance with UC branding guidelines.
• Provide periodic progress, performance, and compliance reports, addressing issues promptly to maintain schedule and quality.
• Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies, sprints, and reviews to ensure iterative delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $81,882.59 - $98,611.28 per year

Work Location: On the road