About this role
Location: Remote Employment Type: Contract (1099) Duration: Initial 90–120 day engagement with the potential for full-time employment based on performance and business needs. We are seeking a Project Manager to lead the execution of a major new product initiative from planning through launch. This role will serve as the operational leader for the project, coordinating work across Product, Engineering, Design, Curriculum, Assessment, AI, Customer Success, and other stakeholders to ensure the product is delivered successfully. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates exceptionally well, takes ownership of outcomes, and enjoys solving problems before they become roadblocks. Beyond managing timelines, this person will develop a deep understanding of the product, customers, and business objectives, making them a trusted partner throughout the development process. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building new products and is interested in expanding their responsibilities over time as the business grows. Project Leadership Lead the day-to-day execution of a large cross-functional product initiative. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and dependency tracking. Coordinate activities across Product, Engineering, Design, Curriculum, AI, Assessment, and Customer Success teams. Ensure work stays aligned with project objectives, priorities, and delivery commitments. Cross-Functional Coordination Facilitate project meetings, planning sessions, and stakeholder reviews. Maintain clear communication across teams and leadership. Document decisions, action items, risks, and project changes. Build strong working relationships that keep teams aligned and moving forward. Risk & Delivery Management Identify risks, blockers, and dependencies early. Drive issues to resolution by coordinating the appropriate stakeholders. Monitor project health and proactively recommend adjustments when priorities shift. Keep leadership informed through concise project status updates and reporting. Product Partnership Develop a strong understanding of the product, customer needs, and business goals. Partner closely with Product Managers to understand priorities and roadmap decisions. Support backlog organization, release planning, sprint planning, and product documentation. Become a trusted operational partner throughout the product development lifecycle.