[Remote] Senior Project Manager - K12 International Projects

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. McGraw Hill is a leading educational content provider that creates next-generation learning platforms. The Senior Project Manager will oversee the successful delivery of multiple international projects, ensuring they are managed end-to-end while collaborating with stakeholders to drive project success.ResponsibilitiesOwns the management of projects, ensuring successful delivery against defined scope, schedule, and budgetArchitects and drives detailed project plans and executes them effectively, proactively resolving obstacles to maintain momentum and alignment with strategic prioritiesManages operational oversight of 10+ concurrent projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standardsDevelops and implements robust communication plans, ensuring all stakeholders—internal and external—are informed of project status, risks, and solutionsBuilds and cultivates strong relationships with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and trust across global time zones and culturesCollaborates closely with the Program Manager to align project milestones and deliverables with overall program strategySupports scenario planning and resource allocation as neededEstablishes and enforces robust risk management frameworks to anticipate, assess, and mitigate issues across the project lifecycleEnsures challenges are addressed promptly to avoid disruptions to project successManages change control processes, ensuring all changes to scope, schedule, or budget are clearly communicated and approved by stakeholdersMaintains project integrity and alignment with business goalsProactively identifies obstacles and develops innovative solutions to ensure project successDemonstrates adaptability and resilience in managing shifting priorities and evolving business needsLeads through change, maintaining focus on strategic outcomes while empowering teams to adapt and deliver under pressureProvides direction to teams across multiple regions, including Middle East, Latin America, Asia, India, Europe, Canada, and AustraliaNavigates cultural differences and language barriers to foster strong working relationships globallyChampions continuous improvement, leveraging post-project reviews and performance metrics to enhance delivery frameworks and methodologiesImplements process innovations to streamline execution, reduce risk, and improve stakeholder satisfactionSkills3–5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in edtech, K-12 publishing, or education marketsProven ability to launch products from 0–1 and deliver end-to-end product solutionsRole requires a blend of technical expertise (e.g., software development and integration) and business acumen (e.g., market trends and strategic planning)Demonstrated experience with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project)Willingness to stay up to date with innovative technologies and digital trendsSelf-motivated and able to prioritize tasks, work independently, and perform well under pressureExperience communicating complex issues clearly with customers and internal resources who may not have English as their first languageSolutions-focused mindset with a track record of resolving challenges effectivelyBachelor's degree or higher requiredPMP certification is preferredBenefitsAn annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation packageA full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offeredCompany OverviewWe are a leading global education company that partners with millions of educators, learners and professionals around the world. It was founded in 1888, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.mheducation.com.