Project Manager - Glendale AZ [PJM-2026-10]

Agate Software builds grant management platforms that help government agencies and nonprofits manage grant processes. As a Project Manager, you will own and drive projects that streamline grant processes, enhance transparency, and enable critical funding for community services, serving as a liaison among clients, subject matter experts, and internal teams such as product development, sales, and customer support. This is an onsite position that is eligible for a hybrid schedule (3 days required onsite/2 days remote) after the first 90 days. Some customer assignments may require additional eligibility, vetting, or access approvals based on contract, security, or regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution: develop and manage a high-volume portfolio of implementations, upgrades, and maintenance projects, completed on time and within budget; Risk Management: proactively identify and manage project risks and develop mitigation plans; Stakeholder Management: build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and provide expert advice on grant management strategies and product capabilities; Customer Collaboration: define and document high-level and detailed business requirements and manage customer expectations about product capabilities; Cross-functional Collaboration: participate in requirements gathering and business process modeling; Technical Leadership: guide technical teams in system configuration, customizations, and enhancements, and assist in designing end-user interfaces; Quality Assurance and Control: lead quality assurance and oversee quality control before client review; Testing and Validation: develop and oversee functional and user acceptance testing; Documentation and Reporting: track operational metrics, maintain project documentation, and provide regular progress reports to internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

1–3 years of project management experience, ideally within a SaaS or technology environment; 1+ years of experience with tools like 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

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field; Project Management Certification (CAPM)