Principal Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Palo Alto, CA that is seeking a Principal Project Manager for a contract-to-hire (3-6 Months) role.

Summary:
We are seeking a Principal-level Project Manager to lead the delivery of B2C subscription services, advertising products, and eCommerce storefront initiatives across desktop, mobile app, and web platforms. This role will be responsible for driving execution, timelines, and cross-functional coordination for the launch of owned digital experiences, including subscription programs, advertising media offerings, and direct-to-consumer purchase capabilities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, business-savvy, and thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving environments similar to a startup. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong potential for conversion.

Responsibilities:
* Own end-to-end project planning, execution, and delivery for B2C subscription and eCommerce initiatives
* Manage cross-functional teams including engineering, UX/design, marketing, and business stakeholders
* Define and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, and delivery timelines
* Drive execution for web and mobile storefront launches, including subscription and purchase workflows
* Ensure alignment across teams supporting advertising products, pricing models, and monetization efforts
* Proactively identify risks, manage dependencies, and remove delivery blockers
* Navigate evolving requirements while maintaining clarity, accountability, and momentum
* Communicate status, progress, and risks clearly to leadership and partners
* Support multiple workstreams while maintaining focus on delivery outcomes

REQUIREMENTS:
* Senior or Principal-level Project Manager experience delivering complex digital initiatives
* Strong background supporting B2C platforms, especially eCommerce and subscription-based products
* Experience working closely with engineering, UX/design, and marketing teams
* Proven ability to manage projects in ambiguous or early-stage environments
* Strong business acumen with the ability to connect execution to outcomes
* Experience managing conversion-focused digital experiences
* Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Experience:
* Experience launching owned websites or digital storefronts
* Exposure to advertising, media networks, or marketing technology
* Startup or entrepreneurial experience
* Familiarity with subscription lifecycle management
* Experience supporting consumer-facing mobile and web applications

Key Attributes for Success:
* Entrepreneurial mindset
* Comfortable navigating ambiguity
* Highly organized and execution-focused
* Strong cross-functional leadership skills
* Able to balance speed with delivery discipline

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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