Project Management Lead, Science

We are seeking an experienced project management leader to oversee the successful delivery of critical product portfolios and cross-functional initiatives in educational technology. In this remote role, you will drive execution strategy, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. You will coordinate software engineering, curriculum development, content production, and manufacturing teams to align priorities and deliver cohesive learning experiences. You will also build scalable project management processes, optimize resources, manage risks, and introduce AI-powered efficiencies. Through strategic leadership and team development, you will strengthen delivery capabilities and help turn ambitious product strategies into measurable outcomes.

• 5–8 years of relevant experience with increasing people management responsibilities, ideally leading project management or operations teams in an EdTech, publishing, or SaaS environment.

• Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team of at least 3–5 direct reports, including hiring, training, coaching, and retaining high-performing professionals.

• Strong command of Agile/Scrum methodologies for software development and Waterfall approaches for physical production, with the ability to coordinate both within a unified delivery framework.

• Proven expertise in project planning, portfolio execution, dependency management, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and budget oversight.

• Experience using and configuring advanced project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, and Notion.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers, designers, curriculum writers, content specialists, supply chain teams, production partners, and senior leaders.

• Strong strategic communication skills, including the ability to translate detailed project risks and operational information into clear, actionable reports for leadership.

• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, with the confidence to address unrealistic roadmaps, negotiate priorities, and propose practical, data-informed alternatives.

• A commitment to quality, accuracy, and strong user experiences, alongside the ability to balance speed and operational discipline.

• A process-improvement mindset, with a preference for streamlined meetings, asynchronous communication, and efficient ways of working.

• Strategic foresight and sound judgment to anticipate delivery challenges, identify alternatives, and address risks well before deadlines are threatened.

• Interest in applying AI tools responsibly to improve project management workflows and reduce repetitive administrative tasks.