Project Manager III

Project Manager III

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Project Manager III for a ONSITE opportunity.

Position Title: Project Manager III

Location: Hybrid - Kirkland, WA (Minimum 4 Days onsite)

Anticipated Start Date: July 23, 2025

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Contract - [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Pay Range: $70.73/hr-$75.48/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description: RLR Audio Project Manager

The Reality Labs Research (RLR) Team brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. Just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR and VR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interfaces, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. In particular, the RLR Audio team is focused on two goals; creating virtual sounds that are perceptually indistinguishable from reality and redefining human hearing. See more about our work here. These two initiatives will allow us to connect with people by allowing them to feel together despite being physically apart and allow them to converse in even the most difficult listening environments.

We are seeking a contract project manager to help us advance an ambitious research project aiming to develop technologies that will augment human capabilities and enable effortless communication in acoustic challenging environments. We are accepting applications from individuals with proven project management experience in scientific research or technology development. An ideal candidate would have familiarity with some or all the following areas of research:

• Audio signal processing


• Machine learning and computer vision


• Hearing sciences


• Product Development (Hardware & Software Integration)

Duties

• Oversee designated projects and provide the team with direction and support, including:


• Managing project goals and timeline


• Creating documentation


• Coordinating technology development


• Assigning and tracking tasks


• Managing timelines and resources


• Monitor problems, facilitate resolution, and implement changes as necessary to keep project on track


• Regularly report on project progress, dependencies, and risks to stakeholders


• Take meeting notes that capture decisions and action items


• Develop request for proposal (RFP) and statement of work (SOW) documents


• Willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and take on operational tasks in support of the team's goals


• Typically requires on-site field work in overseeing project and will report to a Technical Program Manager

Skills

• Work experience in project management with a demonstrated track record of successful project completion


• Proven project management, interpersonal, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail


• Must be proactive, with proven ability to execute on multiple tasks simultaneously


• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with team members and individuals throughout the broader organization


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Experience working in a fast-paced research and/or product development environment

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in computer science, engineering, management, or business.

Top 3 must-have HARD skills:

1. Project planning and execution - by this I mean quick prioritization, risk assessment and organization of medium term (up to 3 month) goals. They will work closely with multiple technical leads to prioritize and execute the ongoing work. Taking ownership of the priorities and communicating them as needed is expected. If their workstream(s) were unsure what the priorities are with the information available to ensure necessary conversations take place or escalate if needed.

2. Strong communication skills - they need to be able to concisely convey the priorities within the workstreams that they work for and to projects or workstreams that support their goals. A technical background will be needed to understand and communicate the goals. Audio background is highly desirable but a different technical background with the ability to learn quickly has worked very well.

3. Task management and tracking - they will directly oversee task management and tracking of goals with their technical leads.

Years of experience needed:

-This really depends. A fast learner with not much experience can work very well but if a CV comes in with no evidence of interest in project management I would not interview.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords: Project Management, Audio Signal Processing, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Hearing Sciences, Product Development, Technical Communication

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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