
Senior Project Manager, ELA
Há 6 dias
Overview
A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Job Description SummaryAmplify is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to provide leadership and support for the development of print and digital products across our Core Literacy programs, which include both English Language Arts (ELA) and Spanish Language Arts (SLA) products. The Senior Project Manager will lead the execution of complex projects through various phases in the product lifecycle, encompassing prototyping, content development and revisions, art and design, production, and copyediting.
Ideal applicants will have extensive experience using a variety of techniques to lead large-scale projects toward successful completion. You are a great communicator with individuals at all levels in an organization. You excel at working collaboratively with your teammates and and thrive in fast-paced environments, effectively balancing competing deadlines and priorities. You have a great attention to detail while maintaining strategic oversight of multiple complex projects. You are excited to support a variety of project needs, jumping into new initiatives and ramping up quickly.
This is a contract role.
Essential Responsibilities- Develop and oversee project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring compliance with project goals and business objectives and delivering within timeline and budget constraints.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential project risks and challenges, implementing effective solutions to keep projects on track and escalating issues when necessary to senior management.
- Organize and lead meetings with cross-functional teams on action items, day-to-day task management, and prioritization of resources with clear outlines of next steps and ownership.
- Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and workflows, seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee project budgets, manage and track invoices for third-party vendors, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments.
- Optimize resource allocation across projects, ensuring efficient utilization of team members\' skills and expertise.
- Cultivate a positive and collaborative team environment, fostering open communication and mutual respect.
- 8+ years in a project management role managing complex, large-scale projects with a bachelor\'s degree; or 6+ years with a master\'s degree; or 3+ years with a PhD or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to identify and mitigate risks, resolve conflicts, and make informed decisions under pressure.
- Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly and succinctly to stakeholders and leadership executives in large forums.
- Deep understanding of project management methodologies with practical experience in implementing and adapting them to diverse project needs.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, build strong relationships, and effectively navigate challenging situations.
- Proficiency in Google suite and project management tools such as Smartsheet, Workfront, and JIRA.
- Experience managing a network of third party vendors, writing SOWs and invoice tracking.
- An understanding of print and digital production along with the constraints and requirements of various file formats.
- Experience and interest in working in education technology and curriculum development.
- Experience with complex Google sheets to track budgets and projects.
- PMP, CSM, CAPM, or comparable project management certification are highly preferred.
- Spanish language proficiency.
The hourly rate range for this role is $45 - $55.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email
If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.
Amplify is an E-Verify participant.
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