Project Manager, Math (Contractor)

Amplify Education • Contract • Remote (United States) • $50 - $56 / hour • 1m ago

Fast Facts

Amplify is seeking a Project Manager for a contractor position to oversee the development of core math products, guiding the project through all phases from concept to launch.

Responsibilities: The Project Manager will manage all phases of product development, create and track project plans, manage risks and issues, facilitate team collaboration, and oversee vendor management.

Skills: Required skills include strong project management abilities, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to handle multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of project management experience, and PMP certification, as well as specific experience in content development or publishing.

Location: This job is fully remote within the USA, with no requirement for travel specified.

Compensation: $50 - $56 / Hourly

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:

Amplify is seeking an experienced project manager to provide support for the development of digital, print, and other physical products for new core math projects. The project manager will guide the project team through all phases of development of this new core math curriculum -- from R&D to design, content development, production, and through to product launch. A successful project manager will act as the steward of project goals, keeping the team aligned and ensuring delivery within the expected constraints. This position will create and track project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, workflows, and resources. The project manager will own the processes of risk/issue management and decision/change management throughout the project lifecycle. This position will also have accountability for production-level schedules and manage external vendors, ensuring internal and external alignment in order to meet project goals.

Essential Responsibilities:

Proactively manage all phases of product development, ensuring each phase is completed within established constraints
Create and manage robust project plans throughout the project lifecycle, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and quality
Identify risks and issues and work with team to create response plans that meet project expectations
Facilitate the processes of decision-making and change management to maintain team alignment and clear project goals
Report regularly to project leadership on project status, issues, risks, and decisions
Lead effective team collaboration meetings with team members at all levels of the organization with tact and diplomacy
Support and advocate for project teams and ensure they are set up for success by creating realistic project plans
Manage production vendors, including procurement (RFP/SOW creation), internal/external workflows, billing, and alignment to project landmarks

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
5+ years of experience in a project management role managing complex, multi-year projects with annual budgets exceeding $1M
Proven ability to successfully organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Proven written, oral, and presentation skills with the ability to present information clearly and enthusiastically
Ability to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing 5+ cross-functional teams within a project lasting over 1 year
3+ years of project management experience in the content development or publishing industry
PMP certification

Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this role is $50 - $56.

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 hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.

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