Sr. Project Manager

WorldStrides • $90K — $120K *

Charlottesville, VA 22902In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

5 - 7 years of experience

More than 3 months ago

Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

B.S. or B.A in a relevant field
5-7 years of Project/Program Management experience
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Demonstrated Lean mindset
Proven track record managing complex projects in a global organization
Strong conflict negotiation skills
Passion for education and commitment to sustainability

Responsibilities

Lead project prioritization, execution, and governance processes
Develop and manage project schedules, resources, and risk assessments
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure project quality
Articulate business objectives and project dependencies
Document key project milestones and provide status updates
Support company policies and foster departmental communication
Participate in professional development programs

Benefits

Fun & driven work environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off including 25 PTO days and floating holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional certification support
Flexible work schedule options
Encouraged participation in diversity and inclusion initiatives
Onsite fitness center and café at select locations
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Full Job Description

WorldStrides is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead strategic projects. The Project Manager will be responsible for the planning and coordination of strategic projects from initiation through implementation. This person will be an integral part of a small cross-functional project team and will collaborate with business partners to identify opportunities, coordinate to execute objectives, and deliver solutions leveraging project management best practices. The successful candidate will work directly with executive level stakeholders and project teams to deliver results.

Primary Duties:

Project Prioritization, Execution and Governance

Develop and manage project schedules, resources, risk and issues to ensure maximum business benefit is maintained as well as providing regular project status updates
Work with cross functional stakeholders across the business, such as other Project Managers, Subject Matter Experts, Senior Leadership and the Executive Team to ensure quality and timely delivery of projects
Leverage strong project management background and understanding of tasks required to deliver various projects and initiatives
Articulate business concepts and business details, as well as possess a working understanding of the inter-dependencies between project tasks
Develop detailed project plans and ensure the scope and approach are fully understood by all stakeholders

Project Documentation

Identify and track key project milestones and measurement reporting (baselining, critical path)
Monitor and communicate the progress of project delivery and ensure timely and effective communication of project status in terms of cost, forecast, schedule and assessment of risks/issues

Standard Department Member Responsibilities:

Support company policies and management decisions with a sense of urgency and professionalism
Seek out and participate in internal and external programs that facilitate personal and professional growth
Foster communication within the department, with other departments and with management

Work Perks:

Fun & driven environment.
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start - accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
Team Member Discount Program

B.S. or B.A
5-7 years of Project/Program Management experience and methodologies
Familiar with the Agile framework
Demonstrated experience of a Lean mindset
Heightened sense of urgency and resolve; act as a change agent
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and report multiple initiatives concurrently
Demonstrated experience with complex projects for a large global organization
A motivational style that inspires others to achieve great things and aggressive objectives
Ability to negotiate conflict and maintain constructive working relationships with people at all levels of an organization
Passion to create a sustainable and equitable world for team members, customers and our communities
Passion for education and our mission of enabling students to discover the world and themselves

Desired Skills/Experience:

Project Management Certification
SAFe 5/6 Certification(s) (Agilist, Lean Portfolio Manager, Practice Consultant- SPCs)
Experience in the education industry, K12 or Higher Ed

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About WorldStrides

WorldStrides is a provider of educational travel experiences for students and teachers. The company offers a range of programs, including domestic and international travel, performing arts, science, and service learning. WorldStrides was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Learn more about WorldStrides

Size

2,000 employees

Industry

Education, Government & Non-Profit

Founded

1967

* Ladders Estimates

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