International Corporate Contractor – Translation Project Manager

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Translation Project Manager overseeing document translation projects for Globo Language Solutions. Supervising Freelance Linguists and managing client relationships across various time zones.

Responsibilities:

  • The Translation Project Manager oversees document translation projects ensuring timeliness and accuracy of client deliverables.
  • A Translation PM supervises, coaches, and directs Freelance Linguists and will act as the primary point of contact for existing clients.
  • Job scoping and quoting for existing clients in Asia – Must be available to work West Coast Time Zone Hours.
  • Recruit, schedule, and manage Freelance Linguist and PM resources to meet client needs
  • Negotiate with freelance linguists on project rates and ensure target margins are met
  • Select the appropriate freelance/ PM resources for each project and manage them throughout the process.
  • File management/ database maintenance and oversight
  • Utilize Company tools and technologies including Wordbee, Quoting Tools, VDRs
  • Ensure quality control for project deliverables and take corrective action as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Full working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, XLS, PowerPoint)
  • High-level understanding of TMS workflow and Translation Memory (TM) tools
  • Working knowledge of Desktop Publishing Tools (InDesign, Photoshop, Quark)
  • Foreign Language skills are a definite plus
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Word and PowerPoint and superior knowledge of Excel
  • Experience with Google Docs and Apple/Mac Operating System preferred
  • Ability to work independently in a decentralized environment, without the reliance on direct authority
  • Highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics
  • Proven ability to interpret strategic and operational business requirements, providing expert advice and financial counsel
  • Broad understanding of current and emerging technology practices
  • High level of initiative, accountability, and follow-through
  • Value strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills; Ability to manage multiple initiatives and projects and prioritize needs
  • Strong sense of service and passion for the company and business
  • Authorized to legally work for any employer in the United States
  • Willingness to submit to any requested background checks
  • Fluent in English.