Digital Project Manager

Company Overview

Road Central is an innovative Australian tech start-up transforming road-freight logistics nationwide. Powered by a modern Python/Django platform on AWS, the company streamlines freight movements, boosts operational efficiency, and brings real-time transparency to carriers, shippers, and drivers. The team values practical innovation, data-driven decisions, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Australian-based Head of Product, the Digital Project Manager will drive end-to-end delivery of Road Central’s digital initiatives—ranging from customer-facing web portals to internal workflow tools. Operating remotely from the Philippines and aligned to Australian Eastern time, you will manage cross-functional sprints, own project schedules and budgets, and ensure every release meets scope, quality, and stakeholder expectations.

This role is being recruited by Clarke Point, a premier Singapore-based agency dedicated to delivering global recruitment and staffing solutions, ( and is for a long-term, full-time Independent Contractor.

• Project Planning & Delivery – Define product release cycles, user stories/product requirements, schedules and budgets; run daily stand-ups and sprint ceremonies.

• Roadmap & Backlog Management – Translate the Managing Director’s ideas into a clear, prioritised digital roadmap and backlog, balancing business value with delivery capacity, and ensuring transparency across stakeholders.

• Stakeholder Communication – Act as a single point of contact for status, risks and issue resolution across product, engineering, ops and external partners.

• Quality Assurance – Coordinate functional, regression and UAT cycles; raise and track defects; sign-off releases.

• Risk & Dependency Management – Identify blockers early, propose mitigations, and escalate where necessary.

• Process Improvement – Champion Agile best practice and continuously refine delivery workflows and documentation.

• Experience working as an Independent Contractor for an Australian, American or similar client

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Project Manager, Product Owner or similar delivering web / SaaS products.

• Demonstrated success managing product backlogs, timelines and budgets in an Agile/Scrum environment.

• Hands-on experience collaborating with developers using modern web stacks (preferably Python/Django) and cloud infrastructure (AWS).

• Excellent written and verbal English; able to translate technical detail for non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills; comfortable with remote, distributed teams.

• Exposure to logistics, transport or supply-chain domains.

• Relevant certifications (CSM, CSPO, PMP or PRINCE2).

• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence and GitLab.

• Understanding of usability, accessibility and SEO best practice.

• Experience coordinating remote teams across multiple time zones.

• Strategic yet Detail-Oriented – balances the “big picture” with impeccable execution.

• Proactive & Solution-Focused – anticipates blockers and proposes practical fixes.

• Clear Communicator – bridges cultural and functional gaps with concise updates.

• Self-Driven & Accountable – thrives in a remote setting with minimal supervision.

• Adaptable & Resilient – comfortable reprioritising in a fast-moving start-up.

To ensure a smooth and professional remote working experience, candidates must have the following:

• Quiet and Dedicated Home Office Setup –

  • Professional and distraction-free workspace

  • Ergonomic chair and desk recommended

• Laptop or Desktop Computer – Minimum specifications:

  • Intel i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor (or better)

  • At least 8GB RAM

  • Windows 10 or macOS 11 and above

• Stable Internet Connection – Minimum speed of 25 Mbps (download/upload)

  • Wired (LAN) connection for stability is preferred

  • Backup internet source (e.g., pocket Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot) is a plus

• Clear Audio Equipment –

  • Noise-cancelling headset with built-in microphone

  • Clear audio for calls and video meetings

• Working Webcam – Required for virtual meetings and team check-ins

• Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) or access to a backup power source

  • Especially important for areas prone to power outages

• Up-to-date Antivirus or Security Software – To protect company and client data

This role is for a long-term, full-time Independent Contractor with the following additional perks:

• Philippine Regular Holidays: 100% pay if not worked; 200% pay if worked.

• Philippine Special Non-Working Holidays: Additional 30% pay if worked.

• Vacation Leave: 12 days per year, granted upon successful completion of the probation period.

• Sick Leave: 6 days per year, available annually.

• Health Insurance Allowance: ₱2,500 per month provided toward family health insurance after the probation period.

• Flexible Work Environment: Fully remote, Monday to Friday, aligned with Australian business hours.

Road Central is based in Melbourne, Australia, thus the work hours will follow Melbourne time (GMT +10) with some flexibility.

For your application to be considered, please submit the following:

• Your resume

• A short cover letter outlining your suitability for this role. Your cover letter must include the word “CLARKE” in capital letters and a summary of your experience working as a full-time independent contractor or online freelancer.