Project Manager II, PMO

Nightingale is a high-impact community, and the Project Manager II, PMO helps turn big ideas into real results. You'll lead strategic projects across the organization. You'll make sure project goals line up with business objectives, and that work is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

• →Lead strategic projects from initiation to completion, keeping them aligned with business objectives and focused on measurable outcomes.
• →Partner with executive leadership and key stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• →Build detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• →Spot risks and dependencies early, and plan mitigation strategies to address challenges before they grow.
• →Foster collaboration by facilitating cross-functional alignment and communication.
• →Follow the governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices set by the Strategic PMO.
• →Report transparently to senior leadership on project status, key milestones, and potential roadblocks.
• →Use data-driven insights to improve project delivery and decision-making.
• →Drive continuous improvement within the PMO to strengthen operational efficiency and strategic impact.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of project management experience, with a strong focus on strategic and enterprise-level initiatives.
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional projects in a corporate and/or higher-education environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Critical Path, Hybrid) and tools (Planner, Monday.com, or equivalent).
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in change management, business process improvement, and organizational transformation initiatives.

• Master's degree or MBA.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant project management certification (highly desirable).
• Agile certification, such as Scrum Master or SAFe (a plus).

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer.