Project Manager
Santa Rosa, Philippines
Full-time
Company Description
In 2016, Ubisoft Philippines opened as the first and only AAA game development studio in the country. Since then, the studio has grown to around 150 professionals, co-developing the following flagship franchises: Assassin's Creed (AC): Odyssey, AC: Origins, AC III Remaster, AC Liberation and AC Rogue on Nintendo Switch, For Honor, Skull & Bones, The Crew 2 and more upcoming unannounced projects.
Ubisoft offers a world-class working environment that facilitates collaboration, open communication, and fun. With the best developers in a fantastic studio, Ubisoft ensures that their team receives the best training, sending them to trips to other Ubisoft studios around the globe.
Ready to tackle new challenges and take entertainment to the next level? Join us and Create the Unknown.
Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands.
The teams throughout Ubisoft's worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms.
Job Description
Deliverables
Carry out the follow ups of the team and provide the producer with information on the progress of the work on a regular basis;
Suggest a plan of attack for any delays that could affect the content, schedule, or quality
Manage multiple sub teams, working with content/art, tech, and design, share the vision of the project and engage team members
Own the schedules and tracking, production pipelines and content delivery, iterating on process as needed to find the most effective methods
Define the projects scope, budget and timelines
Develop resource plans and anticipate needs
Ensure that game quality expectations are met & milestones are released on schedule.
Evaluate the needs of the team in terms of resources and jobs, and ensure that these are met, maintain a good standard of commitment and team motivation to create a work environment that promotes productivity;
Budget
Participate in respecting and following up on the budget;
Determine the purchasing needs for the project (e.g.: software, material).
Training
Act as a coach for the team and provide regular feedback;
Participate in determining training and development needs.
Assessment
Participate in the team’s performance assessment process;
Take the necessary disciplinary measures during the first steps of the disciplinary process when necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management position (Lead or Production role)
At least one full game (shipped) project under your belt in the role of Producer, Associate Producer or Project Manager
Game development tools knowledge and work experience (Jira, etc.)
Strong Project Management Skills, with experience in Agile Methodologies
Broad understanding of game development processes – production, design, code, art.
Capacity to analyze risk and make contingency plans;
Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
Ability to give constructive feedback in line with the scope of the project
Ability to work in an constantly evolving environment
Experience managing multiple teams
Autonomous and proactive attitude
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
