About the role

Project Manager for Localization and Interpretation at Day Translations. Coordinating projects and managing freelance translators and interpreters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluation of costs and prepare project budgets and quotes for clients
Coordinate all the project phases and efficiently predict the lifespan of all the stages of the project, through an achievable deadline
Utilize tools such as Plunet for time tracking and take full ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and successful delivery from start to finish.
Adhere to applicable policies and procedures
Answer client queries thoroughly via chats, phone calls, and emails on time
Reports activity in group chats and actively communicates with peers on tasks being worked on
Negotiate deadlines and rates with freelancers based on HR freelancer databases
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with freelancers globally
Monitor and control project status
Manage project finances, including budgeting
Perform quality checks at various stages of the process to ensure quality and accuracy (proofreading, final eye)
Handle freelancer queries

Experience in project management, business administration, and customer service
Knowledge in Localization and Interpretation for the Project Manager role
Knowledge and experience using CAT tools like Smartcat and MemoQ
Knowledge and experience using Translation Management systems like Trados
University degree in Business Administration, Translations, or any relevant field is preferred
Advanced verbal and written communication skills in English (Native or C1) and fluency in a foreign language
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize and multitask
Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills
Strong sense of professionalism and politeness.

This position requires your full professional commitment during scheduled working hours. • Job stacking and conflicting concurrent employment are not permitted. • We monitor productivity and work activity, and any undisclosed conflicting employment may result in termination.