Project Manager - Curriculum Development

MGT; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

401K matching program

Equity opportunities

Incentive and bonus programs

Parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

Flexible spending accounts

Full-health benefits

Job summary

MGT is seeking a Project Manager for Curriculum Development to lead timelines, coordinate with content teams, and ensure on-schedule delivery of curriculum products. This remote, US-based role supports sprint planning, progress tracking, and client coordination to maintain quality and timelines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in project management within curriculum development or related fields, with strong proficiency in Smartsheet, Asana, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
• 3+ years of professional project management experience, ideally in curriculum development or instructional design production.
• Experience using project management systems/tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Airtable, Jira, Monday.com).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain internal production timelines for curriculum development.
• Adjust schedules when team members are delayed or priorities shift.
• Maintain Smartsheet and Asana boards, project plans, trackers, and workflow docs for visibility and alignment.
• Support sprint planning with Content Leads and prepare materials for work cycles.
• Coordinate with clients on timelines and adjustments as needed.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and report updates clearly to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Asana

Airtable

Jira

Monday.com

Job description

Project Manager - Curriculum Development

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Location: Remote (US-based)

WHO WE ARE:

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies asa trusted adviser delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission‑critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words ofour employees.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Project &TimelineManagement

• Manage and maintain internal production timelines for curriculum development.
• Adjust processes and schedules when team members are delayed (e.g., out-of-office, illness, competing priorities).
• Maintain Smartsheet and Asana boards, project plans, trackers, and workflow documents to ensure visibility and alignment.
• Support sprint planning with the Content Leads and help prepare materials for upcoming work cycles.
• Coordinating with clients on timelines and making adjustments, as needed.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor progress of workstreams, identifying trends, delays, or risks.
• Flag bottlenecks to the Director of Program Management and recommend solutions or adjustments.Provide timely updates and summaries for the Director of Program Management ensuring accurate roll‑ups of grade‑band status.
• Utilize data visualization and PM dashboards to communicate status and progress clearly.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Ensure accurate linking, versioning, and sharing of materials with clients, including all required rubrics and supporting documents.
• Maintain documentation standards and ensure teams have access to the correct materials, templates, and tools.
• Learn new technology platforms, project management tools, and organizational systems as needed to support project efficiency.

Quality Assurance & Review Coordination

• Hold reviewers accountable for using proper channels, documentation, and feedback systems.
• Regularly review production rubrics to monitor quality, alignment, and completion across the team.
• Track, compile, and organize all client feedback.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Education, Business Administration, Communications, Instructional Design, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Three (3) plus years of professional project management experience, ideally within curriculum development, instructional design production, publishing, or adjacent fields.
• Demonstrated expertise using project management systems and tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Airtable, Jira, Monday.com).
• Experience managing complex, multi‑step workflows with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain structure within fast‑moving environments.
• Experience with progress monitoring, dashboards, and/or data visualization.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to shifting timelines.
• Strong communication skills and comfort holding others accountable to deadlines and processes.
• Comfort managing up to more senior teammates on timelines.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in curriculum production, instructional publishing, or large‑scale print workflows.
• Familiarity with K-12 or K-5 education contexts.
• Experience coordinating with cross‑functional teams including designers, writers, editors, and content reviewers.
• Ability to quickly learn new tech platforms and workflow tools.
• People management or team‑lead experience (not required but beneficial).

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our world‑class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Hereyoucan read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).

Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:

• Flexible paid time off
• 5% 401K matching program
• Equity opportunities
• Incentive and bonus programs
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts

Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded,comprising:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• Income protection benefits

MGT Impact Solutions, LLCis an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.