Job title : Product Delivery Manager
Location : Atlanta, GA
Duration : 8 months
Note :
Candidates will be required to come into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and as needed
Job description : Job Summary :
The Product Delivery Manager will manage the on boarding of new websites for state agencies onto the GovHub digital publishing platform. The Project Manager 2 is responsible for managing projects through all phases of the project lifecycle initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure. The role requires deep familiarity with project scope, objectives, and team member roles to ensure efficient coordination and successful delivery.
Projects primarily involve onboarding state agency websites onto Georgia's Drupal-based Content Management System (CMS) , conducting content quality assessments and consulting , and occasionally managing larger software development projects involving external vendors. Typical project size ranges between 200 700 total work hours .
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and review Project Charters with key stakeholders.
- Define and confirm scope, schedule, resources, risks, issues, assumptions, constraints, and budget .
- Manage project scope, schedule, and cost changes using established change management procedures.
- Set and communicate stakeholder expectations to ensure alignment and understanding of project goals.
- Implement approved risk mitigation and contingency actions to minimize project impact.
- Gather and validate customer requirements, constraints, and assumptions to establish clear deliverables.
- Obtain project charter approval from executive sponsors and business owners.
- Follow the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) Project Management Methodology, including all applicable standards, policies, and guidelines.
- Develop and manage project plans using standardized project management software.
- Conduct project meetings and deliver executive-level presentations to stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve issues affecting project status ; recommend effective solutions.
- Capture lessons learned and document process improvements throughout project execution.
- Facilitate project closure by ensuring all deliverables, documentation, and contractual obligations are completed.
- Provide high-level technical guidance for the Drupal-based CMS and other digital products supported by the Office of Digital Services & Solutions (ODSS) .
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Core Competencies :
Proven experience working with executive-level management .Strong knowledge of formal project management methodologies , disciplines, and tools.Skilled in influencing and guiding stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.Experienced in evaluating risk and developing effective risk management strategies .Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong problem-solving , conflict resolution , and diplomacy abilities.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite , including MS Project .Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentationRequired Skills :
Project management experience in website development .Proficient with Agile project management methodology .Experience working with digital project management applications .Experience with Atlassian products including Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office , including MS Project .Skilled in evaluating risk and defining appropriate risk management strategies for projects.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.Experience with vendor management .Certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 .Experience working with websites for the State of Georgia or another state government