Project Manager, Web Solutions (Contract Position)

About OHO

OHO is a digital agency full of smart, curious learners who love solving complex problems for higher ed organizations. We bring deep expertise and a consultative mindset to everything we do—asking the right questions, challenging assumptions when needed, and always keeping our clients’ goals at the center. 

About the Contract Role

OHO is seeking an experienced Contract Project Manager to play a critical, hands-on role on large, complex website projects from discovery through launch. As a temporary but integrated member of our cross-functional project team, this contractor will serve as the primary point of contact for clients while coordinating closely with strategists, researchers, designers, and developers to deliver high-quality outcomes.

This role requires someone who can quickly get up to speed, structure and manage work effectively, and operate with a strong consulting mindset. You’ll develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and timelines; facilitate clear decision-making; proactively manage risks and scope; and adapt plans as new information emerges. Success in this role depends on strong communication, sound judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to balance delivery rigor with flexibility.

The ideal contractor is both autonomous and collaborative—able to lead confidently, think strategically, communicate clearly with clients and internal teams, challenge assumptions productively, and keep outcomes front and center throughout the project lifecycle.

Please Note:
OHO is building a network of experienced project management contractors for upcoming web projects. While specific start dates are to be determined, we are actively seeking to identify and engage strong candidates now. Contractors will be contacted as projects are scheduled and needs arise. The hourly rate for this contract position typically pays between $75-$85/hour.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from kickoff through launch; serve as primary client contact
• Build, maintain, and adapt project plans, budgets, and timelines
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and run efficient meetings with clear agendas and follow-ups
• Produce regular client status updates
• Manage scope changes, risks, and issues; draft and present change orders as needed
• Delegate work strategically and prioritize tasks effectively
• Facilitate problem definition and keep outcomes and success metrics visible
• Identify work that doesn’t advance outcomes and recommend de-scoping or reshaping
• Partner with internal stakeholders on SOWs, estimates, and planning artifacts as needed
• Maintain decision logs and documentation
• Conduct project retrospectives and recommend next steps
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of client-facing digital project management experience (agency or similar environment)
• Experience leading large, complex website projects
• Familiarity with Drupal and/or WordPress projects
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Basecamp, Kantata, or similar
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to synthesize inputs into clear options, insights, and next steps
• Comfort operating in ambiguity and adjusting plans based on evidence
• Ability to challenge ideas diplomatically and present trade-offs clearly
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred

Additional Information

• This is a contract role; benefits are not included.
• The hourly rate for this contract position typically pays between $75-$80/hour.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This role requires regular collaboration with clients and internal team members. Contractors must be able to participate in scheduled client and team meetings and respond to project-related questions in a timely manner during typical business hours (9:00am–5:00pm), as needed to support project delivery.
• Time commitment will vary based on project needs and agreed-upon deliverables.