Project Manager

Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Project Manager to lead and coordinate online course development initiatives for university-level programs. This role partners closely with instructional designers, faculty, and academic leadership to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of digital learning experiences. The Project Manager also liaises with technical teams, administrative staff, external vendors and consultants as needed to support project success.

*** Please, note that this position will require working from our Columbia, MD office four days a week.***

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with academic stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables for online course development.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations aligned with instructional design and academic calendars.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams—including faculty, media producers, and learning designers—through all phases of course development.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and adjust plans as needed to ensure timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Identify and resolve project risks and roadblocks, escalating issues when necessary.
• Facilitate regular status updates and communicate changes in scope, schedule, or resources to stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships and balance internal and external resources effectively.
• Support continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned and contributing to process enhancements.
• Provide coaching and feedback to project contributors to ensure alignment with project goals and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, accessibility standards, and quality assurance guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Project Management, Education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of full lifecycle project management experience, preferably in higher education or e-learning environments.
• Familiarity with instructional design processes and online learning technologies.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Birdview, JIRA, MS Project, Monday.com).
• PMP certification preferred.