Project Manager

Mheducation; Illinois; Hybride; USD 80 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

McGraw Hill is seeking a Project Manager, Operations to own production schedules for eBook and SmartBook titles in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

You will build Smartsheet tracking systems, manage Jira tickets, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely delivery of content and accessibility compliance across all deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2–5 years of project management experience, ideally in digital content production.
• Strong verbal and written communication across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to troubleshoot, adapt quickly, and solve problems creatively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient with schedule management systems and cross-functional coordination.

Responsabilités

• Build and maintain Smartsheet tracking systems for all eBook and SmartBook titles within a release year, monitoring for schedule gaps and delays.
• Coordinate Jira ticket creation for eBook and SmartBook production, maintaining tickets throughout the lifecycle.
• Configure and maintain the Smartsheet–Jira Connector to reflect progress in tracking sheets.
• Maintain and update project management documentation for eBook and SmartBook programs.
• Assist with selected eBook production tasks, coordinating inputs for pre-authoring content and delivery of limited release titles.

Connaissances

Project management

Digital content production

Cross-functional collaboration

Jira

Smartsheet

Accessibility standards

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Smartsheet

Jira

Habitat

Adobe Acrobat

Description du poste

Overview

Build the future!

McGraw Hill is a global education innovation company offering solutions from textbooks to EdTech platforms that improve learning outcomes. To support our growing digital content operations, we are hiring a Project Manager, Operations to own the production schedules and tracking systems behind our eBook and SmartBook titles, and you will operate within a general office environment, including remote work.

How are you creating an impact?

As a Project Manager, you will take ownership of producing high-quality content, 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 escape, and bring curiosity, calm, and clarity to every challenge.

What will you be doing?

• Build and maintain Smartsheet tracking systems for all eBook and SmartBook titles within a release year, monitoring for schedule gaps and delays and collaborating with product teams to keep scheduling and production details accurate and current
• Coordinate Jira ticket creation for eBook and SmartBook production, working with team members to maintain tickets throughout the lifecycle
• Configure and maintain the Smartsheet–Jira Connector so ticket progress and handoff statuses are automatically reflected in tracking sheets
• Maintain and update project management documentation for both eBook and SmartBook programs, ensuring resources remain accurate and up to date
• Assist with selected eBook production tasks, including coordinating inputs and ensuring readiness for shared content titles in pre-authoring, and supporting setup and delivery of limited commercial release titles ahead of scheduled release dates
• Act as eBook/SmartBook Project Manager on a selected list of titles to build firsthand knowledge of the production process, supporting onboarding and continuous workflow documentation
• Support PO datasheet review and approval processes, working closely with the team manager to facilitate timely purchase order creation
• Proactively identify risks, adapt plans when priorities shift, and resolve problems creatively and resourcefully
• 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, using AI-powered tools to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and delivery outcomes
• Support other projects and duties as assigned

We are looking for someone having:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of project management experience, ideally in digital content production
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Skill in communicating clearly across all levels of an organization, both internal and external
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues, adapt quickly, and problem-solve creatively in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Strong time management and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain data integrity across all project management systems
• A team player who collaborates well across functions
• Experience with project management and content tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Habitat, Adobe Acrobat)
• Familiarity with accessibility standards preferred
• Comfort with AI-powered tools and a willingness to pilot new workflows preferred

Why work with us?

There has never been a better time to join McGraw Hill. In our culture of curiosity and innovation, you will be able to own your growth and develop as we do!

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