Project Manager (Agile / Product Owner Track)
This role will function as a client-facing Project Manager while supporting key Product Owner responsibilities within an Agile/Scrum environment.
Overview
CAP Index is seeking a motivated, client-facing Project Manager to support the delivery of work for one of our most important client engagements. You will play a key role in translating client needs into structured work for our engineering team.
This role is ideal for an early-career professional who can operate at the intersection of client engagement, technical coordination, and internal execution. You will work closely with senior leaders, engineers, and client stakeholders to ensure projects move forward on time and in line with expectations.
Over time, you will grow into a project owner responsible for managing workflows, timelines, and stakeholder communication across engagements.
This is a fully remote role requiring availability during Eastern Time Zone business hours.
Key Responsibilities
Client Coordination & Stakeholder Management
Participate in and help lead client meetings across technical and business stakeholders
Help manage client expectations, timelines, and deliverables
Build strong working relationships and ensure clear, consistent communication
Translate client requests into structured, actionable next steps
Project Execution & Delivery
Support delivery of client projects against defined timelines
Coordinate across Technology, Research & Innovation, and Sales teams
Track milestones, risks, and dependencies
Ensure deliverables are organized and completed on schedule
Agile / Scrum Coordination (Product Owner Support)
Support Agile/Scrum workflows with the technology team
Help organize and maintain the product backlog in JIRA
Assist with sprint planning, backlog refinement, and ticket organization
Translate client requirements into clear, actionable JIRA tickets
Work with engineers to clarify requirements and priorities
Scope & Risk Management
Reinforce scope, timelines, and deliverables with the client
Identify and escalate risks related to changing requirements
Help ensure alignment between client expectations and technical delivery
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare clear status updates for internal leadership
Document project requirements, workflows, and key decisions
Maintain organized records to support continuity and alignment
Qualifications
1–3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, consulting, or similar roles
Strong communication and organizational skills
PMP certified
Experience working with cross-functional teams, including technical teams
Familiarity with JIRA or similar tools
Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments
Knowledgeable of software development
Experience supporting enterprise clients (financial services a plus)
Some travel required
Key Competencies
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Clear and effective communicator
Proactive and solution-oriented
Able to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Eager to grow into a project ownership role
Apply Now
Overview
CAP Index is seeking a motivated, client-facing Project Manager to support the delivery of work for one of our most important client engagements. You will play a key role in translating client needs into structured work for our engineering team.
This role is ideal for an early-career professional who can operate at the intersection of client engagement, technical coordination, and internal execution. You will work closely with senior leaders, engineers, and client stakeholders to ensure projects move forward on time and in line with expectations.
Over time, you will grow into a project owner responsible for managing workflows, timelines, and stakeholder communication across engagements.
This is a fully remote role requiring availability during Eastern Time Zone business hours.
Key Responsibilities
Client Coordination & Stakeholder Management
Participate in and help lead client meetings across technical and business stakeholders
Help manage client expectations, timelines, and deliverables
Build strong working relationships and ensure clear, consistent communication
Translate client requests into structured, actionable next steps
Project Execution & Delivery
Support delivery of client projects against defined timelines
Coordinate across Technology, Research & Innovation, and Sales teams
Track milestones, risks, and dependencies
Ensure deliverables are organized and completed on schedule
Agile / Scrum Coordination (Product Owner Support)
Support Agile/Scrum workflows with the technology team
Help organize and maintain the product backlog in JIRA
Assist with sprint planning, backlog refinement, and ticket organization
Translate client requirements into clear, actionable JIRA tickets
Work with engineers to clarify requirements and priorities
Scope & Risk Management
Reinforce scope, timelines, and deliverables with the client
Identify and escalate risks related to changing requirements
Help ensure alignment between client expectations and technical delivery
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare clear status updates for internal leadership
Document project requirements, workflows, and key decisions
Maintain organized records to support continuity and alignment
Qualifications
1–3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, consulting, or similar roles
Strong communication and organizational skills
PMP certified
Experience working with cross-functional teams, including technical teams
Familiarity with JIRA or similar tools
Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments
Knowledgeable of software development
Experience supporting enterprise clients (financial services a plus)
Some travel required
Key Competencies
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Clear and effective communicator
Proactive and solution-oriented
Able to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Eager to grow into a project ownership role
Apply Now