Project Manager, Business Operations

permanent
Fully Remote

Only accepting applications from: United States

  • Drive structured project execution across teams by creating and maintaining key project documentation, including project charters, scope definitions, timelines, and resource plans.
  • Collaborate closely with business partners to define, document, and optimize business solutions.
  • Develop process models and business requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment across stakeholders.
  • Assess risks, track milestones, and establish contingency plans for high-risk deliverables.
  • Communicate priorities, risks, issues, and schedules to leadership and develop presentation materials for decision-making.
  • Ensure timely delivery of project deliverables by managing dependencies, resolving escalations, and taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Set and track project milestones and proactively manage unforeseen delays.
  • Provide clear, concise project status reports to relevant stakeholders.
  • Maintain project documentation in JIRA and Confluence.

Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in project management, ideally within an Agile/Scrum environment.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for improving processes through structured project management.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional initiatives and collaborating across teams.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for creating clear documentation and project plans.
  • Experience in Education/EdTech preferred, but not required.
  • Experience with Jira preferred, but not required.
  • Experience with Gsuite and Google Sheets preferred, but not required.

Salary and Perks

Pay range: $73K - $82K

  • Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and HSA accounts.
  • Additional benefits such as pet insurance and free access to the Calm app.
  • Monthly tech stipend for remote work needs.
  • Inclusive benefits supporting families, including parental leave, fertility support, and adoption.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Flexible PTO, 10 company holidays, and winter break.
  • Sabbatical Leave offered at tenure.
  • Annual learning and development allowance for professional growth.

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