Project Manager (contract)

Microsoft is seeking a Project Manager (Contract) to drive transformative data initiatives that enhance digital marketing personalization and customer engagement strategies. This role focuses on managing the end-to-end lifecycle of data solutions, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, and facilitating communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of data solutions including requirements gathering, build phases, testing, and implementation
• Collaborate closely with data engineers to ensure timely creation and delivery of datasets for marketing campaigns
• Manage project timelines, identify potential roadblocks, and implement solutions to keep initiatives on track
• Coordinate with business requestors to define clear requirements and translate business needs into technical specifications
• Partner with privacy teams to ensure all data solutions comply with regulatory and organizational standards
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and scope documentation for data initiatives
• Establish and refine intake processes for ongoing data solution requests
• Provide clear visibility into project status through regular reporting and executive presentations
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure alignment
• Drive completion of project requests on time while maintaining quality standards
• Lead the integration of new tools and technologies into existing data solution workflows
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for data projects

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of technical project management experience
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with data projects including data engineering, warehousing, or customer data platforms
• Minimum 5 years of experience delivering executive-level presentations
• Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering data solutions on time and within scope
• Previous experience establishing project intake and development processes
• Proven ability to work effectively with data engineers and understand their technical requirements
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or related technical field
• Technical project management with proven ability to drive completion rather than simply monitor progress
• Deep understanding of data engineering concepts, processes, and requirements
• Experience with data warehousing architectures and customer data platforms
• Executive-level presentation and communication capabilities
• Strong stakeholder management across technical and business functions
• Ability to resolve technical roadblocks and navigate complex data project challenges
• Requirements gathering and translation of business needs into technical specifications
• Budget management and resource allocation
• Risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Process development and optimization
• Cross-functional team collaboration and coordination
• Adaptability and flexibility in fast-paced, changing environments