Project Manager (Ecuador)

Job Description This is a remote position. Company: TeamFicient Location: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $1000–$1,200 Work Schedule: Time Range: Between 7 AM and 7 PM CST Working Hours: 9 hours per day (8 working hours + 1-hour break) Days Off: TBD (2 days per week) Why Join Us? At TeamFicient, our team spans multiple countries and regions, and we stay connected by operating within EST, CST, and PST time zones. Work Without Borders: Collaborate daily with experts from around the world and gain international exposure. Built for Remote: Join a fully remote culture designed for autonomy, flexibility, and trust. Diverse Perspectives: Be part of a multicultural team where different backgrounds are our greatest strength. Grow Globally: Expand your career on a global stage, learning how business works across different cultures and continents. About the Role TeamFicient is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate projects from initiation through successful completion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing project timelines, resources, deliverables, stakeholders, and risks while ensuring projects remain aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate should be highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working with cross-functional and remote teams. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills are essential for managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Core Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution Plan, organize, and manage projects from initiation through completion. Define project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules. Coordinate tasks and resources across multiple teams and stakeholders. Monitor project progress and ensure deliverables are completed on time and within scope. Identify project dependencies, bottlenecks, and potential delays. Team & Stakeholder Management Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives. Communicate project expectations, updates, priorities, and deadlines clearly. Act as the primary point of contact for project-related communication. Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and stakeholder discussions. Build strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external partners when required. Risk & Performance Management Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and issues. Develop mitigation and contingency plans when necessary. Track project performance, budgets, resources, and key performance indicators. Escalate critical issues and provide recommendations to management. Ensure project documentation, processes, and reporting are maintained accurately. Process Improvement Establish and maintain project management best practices. Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, processes, and team efficiency. Ensure projects follow established methodologies and organizational standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Candidate Qualifications Must-Haves 3+ years of professional experience in project management, program coordination, operations, or a related field. Proven experience managing projects from planning through successful completion. Strong understanding of project management methodologies, processes, and best practices. Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience coordinating cross-functional or distributed/remote teams. Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, Monday.com, ClickUp, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Good to Haves PMP, CAPM, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, or other relevant project management certification. Experience working with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project management methodologies. Experience managing technology, software, IT, or digital transformation projects. Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Slack, Microsoft Teams, or similar collaboration platforms. Experience managing international or multicultural teams. Strong understanding of budgeting, resource planning, and project reporting. Experience working in a fully remote or distributed organization. Work Location Remote Important Note This job posting is intended solely for talent pooling through our Ready-to-Hire Portal. It is not associated with an immediate or confirmed vacancy. Candidates may be considered for relevant opportunities as positions become available.