Project Manager

What are we building?

Hard Rock Digital is a fiercely focused team working to become the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. We're building a deeply curious team with a passion for learning, operating, and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We're customer-obsessed — we care about each customer interaction, experience, behavior, and insight, and strive to ensure we're always acting authentically.

Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We're taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space - ready to join us?

What's the position?

We are looking for a dynamic and organized Project Manager to lead, manage, and execute a variety of projects within our organization. This role will focus on not only delivering projects on time and within budget but also ensuring the team is aligned, informed, and working efficiently. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing project progress, managing team meetings, and providing regular reporting on team performance and project status. Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals and client needs.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage resources effectively.

Team Management & Coordination:

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and timely execution of project tasks.
• Run regular team stand-ups, work planning sessions, and review meetings to ensure continuous progress and alignment.
• Foster a positive and productive team environment, ensuring effective communication and task delegation.

Team Reporting & Metrics:

• Track and report on team progress, project timelines, and deliverables, ensuring visibility into team performance and project health.
• Establish and maintain team performance metrics, including velocity, task completion rates, and quality standards.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and achievements.

Risk & Issue Management:

• Identify potential risks and challenges to project timelines and objectives, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Resolve any project issues that arise, ensuring minimal disruption to project flow.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the main point of contact between the project team and key stakeholders, ensuring all parties are informed of project developments.
• Provide timely, clear, and transparent project status updates, and escalate any potential roadblocks or delays.

Quality Control & Deliverables:

• Ensure that all project deliverables meet defined quality standards and client expectations.
• Oversee testing phases and ensure appropriate revisions are made when needed.

Documentation & Process Improvement:

• Maintain thorough documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including plans, timelines, budgets, and meeting notes.
• Continuously evaluate project processes and suggest improvements for better efficiency and results.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 - 5 years of project management experience, preferably in Online Sports betting/Casino Industry.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience in leading team meetings such as stand-ups, work planning sessions, and retrospectives.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana, Trello and/or Monday).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on driving results.
• Experience in developing and tracking team performance metrics and KPIs.
• Experience working with contract and vendor management would be preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent is preferred.

What’s in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand
• Opportunity to build products enjoyed by millions as part of a passionate team

Roster of Uniques

We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunities employer)