Project Manager - Curriculum Design and Development Lead

Aptive Resources; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive Resources is seeking a full-time Project Manager – Curriculum Design and Development Lead to oversee curriculum development for federal contracts. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, 5 years of experience in project management, and expertise in adult learning methodologies. This remote position requires occasional travel for in-person meetings. Key responsibilities include managing curriculum development, supporting government stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects within federal frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in project management.
• Experience supporting complex projects within the federal government.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development for federal government contracts.
• Support project management duties for government stakeholders.
• Design and redesign training content for engagement.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Adult learning methodologies

E-learning development

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Artemis/Aptive is seeking a full-time Project Manager – Curriculum Design and Development Lead with a strong background in training, curriculum development, data analysis and project management best practices to support and execute efforts for a federal client. The ideal candidate must be a problem-solver who works well both independently and as part of a team and is comfortable receiving and implementing feedback on project tasks.

The Project Manager – Curriculum Design and Development Lead role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience in adult learning methodologies, e-learning development, management consulting, leading teams, engaging with senior-level stakeholders and business development pursuits. This position needs an individual that is committed to providing superior service, poised under pressure and has a positive and flexible attitude.

This is a contingent hire position.

This position is remote. However, travel for occasional in-person meetings will be required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the curriculum development efforts for a large‑scale contract for the federal government.
• Assist with project management duties, as assigned, by the program manager for the contract and government stakeholders.
• Oversee the development of course materials, scripts, exercises, classroom or self‑study manuals, and other teaching aids.
• Design and redesign education and training content to ensure maximum participation as well as engagement with and understanding of course materials.
• Support the recording of metrics and measurements to track the performance of course materials.
• Assist with reporting information required under the contract to federal clients, ensuring all reports are accurate, timely and thorough.
• Work closely with the program manager for the contract to identify and resolve issues related to quality, performance, schedule, staffing and financials.
• Provide direct expert advice and support the development of project management, operational and schedule best practices, processes, standards, and procedures.
• Serve as a primary client point of contact, responding to requests for support and providing guidance on the curriculum and training efforts.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of critical project management documents such as project management plans, Work Breakdown Structures, Integrated Master Schedules, reports and more, as required.
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality deliverables.
• Evaluate analytical results and develop new and adapted analytical techniques.
• Provide performance analysis and process improvement using industry best practice methodologies and tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of experience.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with adult learning methodologies, e‑learning development and instructional theories, models and technologies.
• Strategic thinker with a forward‑looking approach to marketing trends and technologies.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Experience supporting complex projects and transformation efforts within the federal government.
• Comfortability with supporting complex client relationships.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active‑duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.