Project Manager

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Training & development Vision insurance Work Arrangement & Location: Fortidia – Lakewood, CO Hybrid Schedule: WFH Monday & Friday, In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Compensation: $85k–$100k gross annual salary + bonus + benefits. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity criteria aligned with our compensation framework. Responsibilities: Partner with Product Management and business stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, strategic value, and success metrics. Ensure technology solutions are effectively utilized to deliver measurable business outcomes and value. Serve as the strategic liaison between Marketing, IT, vendors, and business stakeholders to align initiatives with organizational goals. Collaborate with internal and external technical teams to define high-level approaches for delivering new capabilities and product innovations. Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable information for non-technical stakeholders. Serve as the primary Project Manager for assigned initiatives, ensuring successful, on-time delivery. Lead cross‑functional projects involving Marketing, Operations, Technology, and other business functions to support innovation and EBITDA growth. Develop detailed project plans, establish milestones, and manage priorities across multiple concurrent initiatives. Provide clear communication regarding project status, risks, dependencies, and next steps to stakeholders. Manage project definition, tracking, reporting, and execution through Jira. Partner with Fortidia and third‑party development teams to manage backlogs, prioritize work, assign tasks, and groom user stories. Create and maintain project roadmaps aligned with business priorities while coordinating with global teams to ensure consistency across initiatives. Confirm project funding requirements, validate budget availability, and ensure proper approvals prior to project execution. Evaluate and manage project change requests while maintaining alignment with governance standards and stakeholder expectations. Support the project lifecycle from Idea and Discovery through Delivery, Go‑To‑Market Launch, and Optimization. Assist in assessing project risks related to value, usability, feasibility, and viability during the discovery phase. Facilitate prioritization and Go/No‑Go decision points to ensure investments address validated business needs. Partner with stakeholders to define, monitor, and report on KPIs and measurable business outcomes. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered. Excellent mastery of written and spoken English. 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably supporting technology, digital transformation, software, or data‑driven initiatives. PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification strongly preferred. Proven ability to think strategically while effectively managing day‑to‑day project execution. Strong understanding of technology platforms including CRM systems, marketing automation platforms, analytics tools, and digital experience solutions. Experience working closely with software developers and technical teams, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences. Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and modern project management methodologies. Advanced proficiency with Jira and project management tools such as Monday.com, Asana, or Wrike. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Collaborative spirit, with appreciation of diverse perspectives. Bold, passionate, tenacious and curious mindset, not afraid to explore new ideas and challenge the status quo in pursuit of better solutions. Inclusivity Statement: We are committed to creating an inclusive hiring process. If you have specific needs or require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr