Project Manager (contract)
Microsoft
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Posted April 2, 2026
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- Support ongoing pricing discussions by utilizing existing frameworks, validating data, verifying pricing accuracy, and driving alignment across teams
- Provide launch operational process support including Control Tower card updates, Change Request management, pre-production ICM creation and updates, and Change Summary validations
- Facilitate the exception process when launches miss scheduled dates and assist with the meter minting process and reporting for software engineers
- Coordinate cross-functional stakeholder meetings, leadership reviews, and team syncs while serving as a liaison to relay important updates and advocate for resource prioritization
- Attend launch-related meetings on behalf of business planners and share relevant information across teams
- Create and update project trackers to monitor projects not yet in Control Tower, identifying needed signoffs and reviews
- Partner with business planners to monitor and coordinate topics for regular standing reviews with executive leadership
- Follow new developments, share best practices, and support coordination of strategic team initiatives
- Connect new business planners to critical resources and key stakeholders to facilitate onboarding and integration
- Provide general project management support to ensure all stakeholders remain informed of project status and blockers
Commitments
US Citizenship required due to direct work with the US Federal Government
Location: Remote
Duration: 2 months
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.
If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com .
This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests.
For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.
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Requirements
- 4-8 years of project management experience
- 4-6 years of experience with data analysis and synthesis
- 4-6 years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- 4 years minimum of experience with product launches and project management software
- PMI Certification required
- US Citizenship required due to direct work with the US Federal Government
- Data analysis and synthesis using Excel and PowerPoint
- Cross-functional collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders in matrixed environments
- Product launch management and proficiency with project management software tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
- Risk analysis and mitigation planning
- Analytical thinking with ability to understand complex concepts and situations
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and documentation
Preferred Skills
- Background in software or technology industry, particularly with large enterprise technology companies, strongly preferred
- Master's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience is most important
- Knowledge of software industry products, services, and applications preferred
- Data analysis and synthesis using Excel and PowerPoint
- Cross-functional collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders in matrixed environments
- Product launch management and proficiency with project management software tools
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
- Risk analysis and mitigation planning
- Analytical thinking with ability to understand complex concepts and situations
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and documentation
Education
- (Not required) – PMI Certification required
- (Not required) – Master's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience is most important
Project Manager (Contract)
Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.
Summary
This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic business planning team focused on creating business models for pricing and packaging of cloud and technology solutions. Working in a fully remote capacity, you will serve as a critical liaison between business planners and cross-functional stakeholders, supporting the end-to-end monetization process from business strategy development through transactability and execution. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a matrixed environment and can navigate ambiguity while managing multiple launch processes and stakeholder engagements. You will be deeply embedded within the team, providing essential project management support for pricing discussions, launch operations, and strategic initiatives that drive durable profit growth across cloud solutions, client offerings, and industry programs.
Job Responsibilities
Support ongoing pricing discussions by utilizing existing frameworks, validating data, verifying pricing accuracy, and driving alignment across teams
Provide launch operational process support including Control Tower card updates, Change Request management, pre-production ICM creation and updates, and Change Summary validations
Facilitate the exception process when launches miss scheduled dates and assist with the meter minting process and reporting for software engineers
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholder meetings, leadership reviews, and team syncs while serving as a liaison to relay important updates and advocate for resource prioritization
Attend launch-related meetings on behalf of business planners and share relevant information across teams
Create and update project trackers to monitor projects not yet in Control Tower, identifying needed signoffs and reviews
Partner with business planners to monitor and coordinate topics for regular standing reviews with executive leadership
Follow new developments, share best practices, and support coordination of strategic team initiatives
Connect new business planners to critical resources and key stakeholders to facilitate onboarding and integration
Provide general project management support to ensure all stakeholders remain informed of project status and blockers
Requirements
4-8 years of project management experience
4-6 years of experience with data analysis and synthesis
4-6 years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
4 years minimum of experience with product launches and project management software
Background in software or technology industry, particularly with large enterprise technology companies, strongly preferred
PMI Certification required
US Citizenship required due to direct work with the US Federal Government
Master's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience is most important
Knowledge of software industry products, services, and applications preferred
Data analysis and synthesis using Excel and PowerPoint
Cross-functional collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders in matrixed environments
Product launch management and proficiency with project management software tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Risk analysis and mitigation planning
Analytical thinking with ability to understand complex concepts and situations
Attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and documentation
Additional Details
Location: Remote
Duration: 2 months
Pay Range*: $47.50 - $54 per hour
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.
This Role Is Eligible For The Following Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com . This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.
Summary
This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic business planning team focused on creating business models for pricing and packaging of cloud and technology solutions. Working in a fully remote capacity, you will serve as a critical liaison between business planners and cross-functional stakeholders, supporting the end-to-end monetization process from business strategy development through transactability and execution. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a matrixed environment and can navigate ambiguity while managing multiple launch processes and stakeholder engagements. You will be deeply embedded within the team, providing essential project management support for pricing discussions, launch operations, and strategic initiatives that drive durable profit growth across cloud solutions, client offerings, and industry programs.
Job Responsibilities
Support ongoing pricing discussions by utilizing existing frameworks, validating data, verifying pricing accuracy, and driving alignment across teams
Provide launch operational process support including Control Tower card updates, Change Request management, pre-production ICM creation and updates, and Change Summary validations
Facilitate the exception process when launches miss scheduled dates and assist with the meter minting process and reporting for software engineers
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholder meetings, leadership reviews, and team syncs while serving as a liaison to relay important updates and advocate for resource prioritization
Attend launch-related meetings on behalf of business planners and share relevant information across teams
Create and update project trackers to monitor projects not yet in Control Tower, identifying needed signoffs and reviews
Partner with business planners to monitor and coordinate topics for regular standing reviews with executive leadership
Follow new developments, share best practices, and support coordination of strategic team initiatives
Connect new business planners to critical resources and key stakeholders to facilitate onboarding and integration
Provide general project management support to ensure all stakeholders remain informed of project status and blockers
Requirements
4-8 years of project management experience
4-6 years of experience with data analysis and synthesis
4-6 years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
4 years minimum of experience with product launches and project management software
Background in software or technology industry, particularly with large enterprise technology companies, strongly preferred
PMI Certification required
US Citizenship required due to direct work with the US Federal Government
Master's degree preferred but not required; relevant experience is most important
Knowledge of software industry products, services, and applications preferred
Data analysis and synthesis using Excel and PowerPoint
Cross-functional collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders in matrixed environments
Product launch management and proficiency with project management software tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Risk analysis and mitigation planning
Analytical thinking with ability to understand complex concepts and situations
Attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and documentation
Additional Details
Location: Remote
Duration: 2 months
Pay Range*: $47.50 - $54 per hour
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.
This Role Is Eligible For The Following Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com . This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.