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cms project manager.

• san mateo , california

• posted 1 day ago

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• $90 - $98 per hour

• contract

• bachelor degree

• category computer and mathematical occupations

• reference1068226

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job summary:

We have a 5+ month contract for a Project Manager (CMS Implementation) in San Mateo, CA.

Job Summary:

The Contract Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of web and digital product projects with a strong focus on implementing content management systems (CMS) for web development. This role requires deep expertise in CMS platforms, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring that all projects meet business requirements, timelines, and budgets. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of delivering content management solutions that drive digital product development and content deployment. In addition, it is important for candidates to have experience managing website and digital web application development projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Strategy:

• Lead project planning, defining scope, deliverables, and timelines for website and digital content initiatives, with a focus on CMS platform integration.

• Develop project roadmaps that align business objectives with CMS capabilities, ensuring scalability and efficiency.

CMS Implementation & Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end implementation of content management platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Adobe Experience Manager) to support web development and digital content workflows.

• Collaborate with development teams to customize and integrate CMS solutions that meet the specific needs of the business, ensuring ease of content updates and scalability.

Project Execution & Leadership:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of web and digital projects, from design and development through testing, deployment, and post-launch.

• Lead cross-functional teams (including developers, content creators, and marketing teams) to ensure seamless integration of CMS with other digital systems and products.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the key liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication on CMS implementation progress, project goals, timelines, and risks.

• Provide regular project status updates and dashboards to senior leadership and project stakeholders.

Quality Assurance & Deployment:

• Ensure thorough quality assurance and user acceptance testing (UAT) processes for all CMS-integrated web projects.

• Manage deployment activities, ensuring successful go-live and post-launch support, including documentation, training, and ongoing maintenance of the CMS.

Risk & Issue Management:

• Identify potential risks related to CMS implementation and integration, developing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.

• Resolve issues that may impact timelines, quality, or budget in a timely and efficient manner.

Optimization & Performance:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of CMS-driven web projects.

• Continuously optimize CMS workflows and processes to improve content management, site performance, and digital product efficiency.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Project Management, or a related field; PMP certification is a plus.

• 7+ years of experience managing web development projects, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience implementing and managing CMS platforms.

• Proven track record of leading large-scale CMS integration projects, ensuring smooth content deployment and management.

Technical & CMS Expertise:

• strong expertise in content management platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Adobe Experience Manager) and their integration with web development workflows.

• Solid understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and digital product development.

• Proficiency in project management tools like Jira, Trello, or MS Project, and experience with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies.

Leadership & Communication Skills:

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage direct and indirect reports.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts related to CMS into clear, actionable tasks for non-technical stakeholders.

Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills:

• strong problem-solving abilities to handle challenges during CMS implementation and web development projects.

• Ability to anticipate and mitigate risks, keeping projects on time and within scope.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field. Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus

location: San Mateo, California

job type: Contract

salary: $90 - 98 per hour

work hours: 8am to 4pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

Project Planning & Strategy:

• Lead project planning, defining scope, deliverables, and timelines for website and digital content initiatives, with a focus on CMS platform integration.

• Develop project roadmaps that align business objectives with CMS capabilities, ensuring scalability and efficiency.

CMS Implementation & Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end implementation of content management platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Adobe Experience Manager) to support web development and digital content workflows.

• Collaborate with development teams to customize and integrate CMS solutions that meet the specific needs of the business, ensuring ease of content updates and scalability.

Project Execution & Leadership:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of web and digital projects, from design and development through testing, deployment, and post-launch.

• Lead cross-functional teams (including developers, content creators, and marketing teams) to ensure seamless integration of CMS with other digital systems and products.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the key liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication on CMS implementation progress, project goals, timelines, and risks.

• Provide regular project status updates and dashboards to senior leadership and project stakeholders.

Quality Assurance & Deployment:

• Ensure thorough quality assurance and user acceptance testing (UAT) processes for all CMS-integrated web projects.

• Manage deployment activities, ensuring successful go-live and post-launch support, including documentation, training, and ongoing maintenance of the CMS.

Risk & Issue Management:

• Identify potential risks related to CMS implementation and integration, developing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.

Resolve issues that may impact timelines, quality, or budget in a timely and efficient manner

qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced

• Minimum 8 years of experience

• Education: Bachelors (required)

skills:

• Project ManagementEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.