Project Manager

At Agate Software, we are building a better world by revolutionizing how government agencies and nonprofits manage their grant processes. Our solutions empower our customers to maximize their resources, drive compliance, and focus on their core missions of distributing millions of dollars in funding for critical social services. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead initiatives that streamline grant processes, enhance transparency, and enable critical funding for community services. This is an onsite position eligible for a hybrid schedule 3 days onsite / 2 days remote after the first 90 days. What We’re Looking For As a Project Manager, you will own and drive projects that streamline grant processes, enhance transparency, and enable critical funding for community services. You will be responsible for directing multiple implementation projects, tracking operational metrics, and managing internal work requests. You will serve as a liaison among stakeholders, including clients, subject matter experts, and internal teams such as product development, sales, and customer support. Your ultimate responsibility is to ensure the successful delivery of projects, meeting customer expectations, and achieving company goals. Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage a high-volume portfolio of implementations, upgrades, and maintenance projects ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Risk Management: Proactively identify and manage project risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation plans. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, engaging to understand requirements and providing expert advice on grant management strategies and product capabilities. Customer Collaboration: Work directly with customers to define and document high-level business requirements and detailed requirements, aligning goals with product functionality and managing expectations about product capabilities and enhancements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional team activities, including requirements gathering and business process modeling. Technical Leadership: Guide technical teams in developing and implementing system configuration, customizations, and enhancements to deliver specified business outcomes; assist in designing end-user interfaces specific to client programs. Quality Assurance and Control: Lead the quality assurance process and oversee quality control to ensure all solutions meet rigorous standards before client review. Testing and Validation: Develop and oversee functional and user acceptance testing to ensure the final product operates according to contract specifications. Documentation and Reporting: Track business operational metrics, including capacity modeling and implementation efficiency; maintain comprehensive project documentation and provide regular progress reports to both internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field (preferred). 1–3 years of project management experience, ideally within a SaaS or technology environment. 1+ years of experience with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Visio, LucidChart, or Figma. Proven ability to manage small- to medium-scale projects and deliver under tight deadlines. Experience in client-facing roles, managing stakeholder expectations effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a knack for transforming client needs into actionable plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders. Certifications: Project Management Certification (CAPM) preferred. Benefits and Value Seamless project delivery that meets or exceeds client expectations while adhering to timelines and budgets. Transparent communication and collaboration that fosters trust and alignment among stakeholders. Accurate and insightful reporting that drives continuous improvement and informed decision-making. Teams that operate efficiently with a clear cadence, resulting in predictable and sustainable project outcomes. Personal and professional growth within a role that directly impacts the success of Agate Software’s clients and operations. Diversity Commitment As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where an expansive range of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives are the foundation for innovation. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the brightest minds from all walks of life, and we encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity, and all those who can provide different perspectives that contribute to the diversification of our team. Individuals who embrace innovation and intellectual curiosity are invited to bring their unique personal and professional experiences to the table to enrich our creativity, thought leadership, and discovery. Work Authorization Some customer assignments may require additional eligibility, vetting, or access approvals based on contract, security, or regulatory requirements. Recruitment Agencies We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr