BACKBONE Athens is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Digital Project Manager to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge web projects, mobile applications, and bespoke web solutions for our diverse Greek and international client base.
As a Digital Project Manager, you will collaborate closely with our technical, creative, and digital marketing teams to deliver optimal solutions for our clients. Your role will encompass a comprehensive understanding of web development, from project requirements analysis and quoting to technical implementation management. Your primary focus will be on project management and effective client communication throughout all stages of digital projects.
Utilizing industry-standard project management platforms, your prior experience in agency-based digital project management is crucial, coupled with a deep understanding of project lifecycles and reporting processes. Strong communication and organizational skills, combined with analytical thinking, are prerequisites for this role. Reporting directly to the Digital Services Director, you will play a key role in driving the success of our digital projects.
Requirements

• Physical location in Athens, Greece (remote hybrid model)
• Proficient in English (written and oral)
• 3-5 years of experience in a Digital Agency
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Coordinate the full life-cycle of a project though all the stages of Discovery, UX, design, development, testing and delivery of the final product
• Experience with Project Management platforms (like Zoho Projects / MS Projects / Asana / Wrike etc.)
• Engage in client meetings, guiding them through project steps, presenting plans and deliverables, explaining processes, and maintaining detailed meeting minutes
• Efficiently communicate with clients and third-party vendors, using various channels to increase client satisfaction and establish trust relationships
• Understand business needs across diverse sectors and provide consultancy on clients' digital transformation journey
• Possess a deep understanding of web development processes, including strategy, design, development, and related technologies
• Strong technical knowledge to effectively communicate with both the technical team and clients, anticipating and resolving potential technical issues
• Manage project requirement changes and address technical difficulties through intuitive solutions
• Thorough understanding of the company’s products and services
• Develop project time plans, considering client needs, third-party capabilities, technical requirements, and involved systems
• Lead the production process of solutions by inspiring and motivating IT, UX, Design, Development, and Digital Marketing teams
• Work to resolve functionality issues by coordinating testing processes with the production team
• Supervise the project team, assigning tasks and allocating resources efficiently to meet deadlines
• Deliver projects within the specified client budget
• Generate comprehensive project status reports for stakeholders
• Spanish language skills (optional)

Benefits

• A great office workspace in Athens and strong team spirit
• Chance to work with a global team of digital experts in Vancouver (Canada) and Bogota (Colombia).
• Career growth opportunities depending (performance driven)
• Opportunity to attend local and international conferences and events
• Sponsored attendance to industry related training
• Competitive salary