Project Manager
BURG Translations is one of the oldest translation companies in the U.S. We got our start in 1936 and we’ve been providing high quality translations to life sciences, medical device manufacturers, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, law firms and other highly-regulated industries ever since.
Our decades of experience and expertise mean we can take on the most complex projects, but we know that it’s only because of our dedicated team of amazing people, who work hard to exceed our client’s expectations every day.
We’re dedicated to our people, because we know our team is our greatest asset.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team. This position requires a proactive and organized professional with a deep understanding of the translation and interpreting industry.
Key Responsebilities
Project Management:
- Lead end-to-end project management, including scoping, scheduling, resource allocation, and quality assurance.
- Collaborate with clients to understand project requirements, timelines, and expectations.
Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement effective solutions to ensure successful project completion.
Client Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Communicate project status, timelines, and any relevant issues to clients in a clear and professional manner.
Quality Assurance:
- Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure the accuracy of translations.
- Conduct thorough reviews of deliverables to uphold BURG’s commitment to excellence.
Technology Utilization:
- Utilize translation management systems and other relevant tools to streamline project workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in language technology to recommend improvements to existing processes.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the language services industry.
- Strong knowledge of translation and interpreting processes and best practices.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and MSFT Excel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle the pressure of times where the work volume may be high.
- Proficiency in relevant project management and translation software.
What We Offer
- Unlimited PTO
- U.S. holidays paid
- Bonuses
- Paid professional development & training
- Fun extras, such as a monthly team fun hour (where we get together and play games and just hang out) and SnackMagic (boxes of treats) sent out during the year
- A diverse, welcoming work environment
- Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement
Additional Information
- This is a remote position that can be located anywhere, but you must be available to work 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. US CST hours.
Please upload your CV and the results of these assessments: DISC Assessment, Predictive Index Assessment, WPM typing speed and internet speed test (click the links to access and take each one). Applicants who do not submit these results will not be considered.
