Project Management Lead, Science

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor team

Collaborative environment

Advanced PM tools access

Continuous improvement focus

Vendor management involvement

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Project Management Lead, Science to shape the delivery framework for science-related projects. The role coordinates across content and software teams, aligning curriculum development with technical implementation and manufacturing workflows, while guiding capacity planning and risk management.

The position is remote for US-based candidates, offering a compensation range of $110,000–$130,000 annually and opportunities to mentor a growing PM team within a collaborative

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in project management or operations, preferably in EdTech, publishing, or SaaS environments.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing 3–5 direct reports.
• Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to integrate both.
• Proficient in Jira, Smartsheet and Notion as core PM tools.
• Strong strategic communication skills, capable of synthesizing complex project risks into clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Architect the delivery framework by designing and implementing operating rhythms and standards
• Direct project delivery by overseeing schedules, dependency maps, and resource plans
• Bridge the content and software teams to ensure synchronization between curriculum writers and software engineers
• Manage team capacity and planning, addressing burnout and resource allocation proactively
• Drive risk management and issue resolution, acting as the escalation point for project blockers
• Monitor operational budgets to ensure projects stay within financial parameters
• Optimize the print‑to‑digital pipeline for seamless transitions from creative to manufacturing

Skills

Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Waterfall

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Tools

Jira

Smartsheet

Notion

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Project Management Lead, Science to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government & Non‑Profit space.

This role will shape the delivery framework for science‑related projects, establishing the operating rhythms, standards, and coordination needed to keep work moving smoothly. The position will guide cross‑functional execution across content and software teams, helping align curriculum development, technical implementation, and manufacturing‑related workflows. This leader will also oversee team capacity, manage risks and dependencies, and support efficient project delivery in a collaborative environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Architect the delivery framework by designing and implementing operating rhythms and standards
• Direct project delivery by overseeing schedules, dependency maps, and resource plans
• Bridge the content and software teams to ensure synchronization between curriculum writers and software engineers
• Manage team capacity and planning, addressing burnout and resource allocation proactively
• Drive risk management and issue resolution, acting as the escalation point for project blockers
• Monitor operational budgets to ensure projects stay within financial parameters
• Optimize the print‑to‑digital pipeline for seamless transitions from creative to manufacturing

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in project management or operations, preferably in EdTech, publishing, or SaaS environments
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing 3–5 direct reports
• Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to integrate both
• Proficient in advanced project management tools like Jira, Smartsheet, and Notion
• Strong strategic communication skills, capable of synthesizing complex project risks into clear reports

Benefits

• Opportunity to mentor and develop a team of project managers
• Collaborative work environment with cross‑functional teams
• Access to advanced project management tools and methodologies
• Focus on continuous improvement and efficiency in project delivery
• Engagement in strategic decision‑making and vendor management

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.