
Project Manager (UI/UX Programs) Job at Alert IT Solutions in Springfield
Alert IT Solutions, Springfield, IL, United States
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of UI/UX initiatives with a strong background in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM). The ideal candidate will manage digital experience programs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive seamless execution of design, content, and front-end development initiatives. This role requires excellent communication, stakeholder management, and a strong understanding of modern design & experience platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage UI/UX-focused programs across multiple workstreams.
- Develop project plans, schedules, resource allocation, and delivery milestones.
- Manage Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
- Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
- Track and report program status, progress, and KPIs to leadership.
- Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure user-centered design principles are embedded.
- Facilitate design reviews, wireframe discussions, and usability feedback loops.
- Ensure alignment between UX, UI, development, content, and QA teams.
- Drive consistency in design systems, branding, and digital experience patterns.
- Coordinate projects involving AEM components, templates, workflows, and content publishing.
- Work with AEM architects and developers to translate business requirements into AEM solutions.
- Support teams in managing authoring workflows and content governance.
- Ensure delivery aligns with AEM best practices and platform capabilities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for product owners, design leaders, engineering teams, and business stakeholders.
- Gather and clarify requirements, define scope, and ensure alignment.
- Advocate for user experience quality while balancing business priorities and timelines.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality digital experiences.
- Oversee QA, UAT, and production rollout of UI/UX features.
- Maintain governance across documentation, versioning, and process compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement across delivery methodologies and workflows.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Design, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Project or Program Management for digital/UI/UX initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) (Sites, Assets, Components).
- Proven experience managing UX/UI design processes, design systems, and usability workflows.
- Solid understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JS) and responsive web design.
- Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.