Core Content Project Manager

Mcgraw Hill; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

McGraw Hill is seeking a Core Content Project Manager to own end-to-end content production across eBook and print channels, balancing competing priorities and keeping cross-functional teams aligned for on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, proactively identify risks, collaborate with authors, product developers, and global partners, and champion accessibility and quality across all deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of project management experience in content production.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and clear written/verbal communication across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, budget, risk, and quality.
• Proactively identify risks, adapt plans when priorities shift, and resolve problems creatively and resourcefully.
• Collaborate closely with authors, product developers, program managers, and global production partners to keep work on track and foster strong, productive working relationships.
• Monitor production partner performance and ensure compliance with project specifications and processes.
• Contribute to retrospectives, support training of production partners, and identify opportunities to improve workflows.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining accurate project data across all systems.
• Champion accessibility standards across all deliverables to ensure an equitable learning experience for all students.
• Engage in cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, process improvements, and piloting of new tools and workflows.
• Utilize AI-powered tools and workflows to improve efficiency and delivery outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Smartsheet

Jira

Habitat

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

Build the Future
At McGraw Hill, we are dedicated to delivering digital learning experiences that transform education for learners and educators. Our focus is on creating seamless, impactful products that truly benefit our users while supporting growth and collaboration across teams. We foster a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and a balance between career growth and personal well-being.

How can you make an impact?

As a Core Content Project Manager, you'll take ownership of producing high-quality content across eBook and print channels; managing competing priorities, keeping cross-functional teams aligned, and finding smarter ways to work. These are high-volume, fast-moving projects, and success depends on your ability to stay organized, anticipate problems before they elevate, and bring curiosity, calm, and clarity to every challenge.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

What you'll do:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, budget, risk, and quality benchmarks - holding yourself accountable for on-time, on-budget delivery that meets accessibility and quality standards.


• Proactively identify risks, adapt plans when priorities shift, and resolve problems creatively and resourcefully.


• Collaborate closely with authors, product developers, program managers, and global production partners to keep work on track and foster strong, productive working relationships.


• Monitor production partner performance and ensure compliance with project specifications and processes.


• Contribute to retrospectives, support the ongoing development and training of production partners, and identify opportunities to improve workflows.


• Communicate clearly and consistently with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining accurate project data across all systems.


• Champion accessibility standards across all deliverables to ensure an equitable learning experience for all students.


• Engage in cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, process improvements, and the piloting of new tools and workflows.


• Utilize AI-powered tools and workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and delivery outcomes.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of project management experience, ideally in print or digital content production.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.


• Ability to lead cross-functional teams as a production expert, advising on workflows and guiding teams toward swift, effective resolutions.


• Skilled at communicating clearly across all levels of an organization - both internal and external.


• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly, problem-solve creatively, and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.


• Strong time management, attention to detail, and ability to maintain data integrity across all project management systems.


• Experience with project management and content tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Habitat, Adobe Acrobat).

Why work for us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively building experiences that will help shape the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $54,500 - $69,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. A full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered.