Job Details
About ESG
Education Strategy Group (ESG) is a mission-driven consulting firm that works with America's education, business, and civic leaders to expand economic opportunity and mobility by increasing educational attainment. Founded in 2012, ESG supports the preparation, entry, and success of individuals from K-12 through postsecondary education to build a more equitable system, open economic doors for all, and strengthen our democracy. ESG specializes in strengthening the transition points that have the highest stakes for youth and adults and the highest benefit for states, communities, and economies. We are driven by the conviction that a robust education system aligned with workforce demand leads to a stronger, more equitable society.
ESG recently adopted a five-year Greater Impact Plan, which establishes an ambitious vision and clear expectations for the work the organization will undertake and the impact it will seek to have on the nation's education and workforce systems. Within this plan, ESG has made increasing postsecondary attainment its north star, with a specific emphasis on increasing attainment rates among students of color and those from low-income backgrounds. Building demand-driven, high-quality career pathways is essential to helping these young learners - irrespective of their race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background - successfully transition from high school to postsecondary education to earn a credential that opens doors to economic and career success.
As a firm, we bring deep experience leading policy development, advocacy, and implementation work in the K-12, postsecondary, and workforce sectors. We are a virtual firm that enables our staff to work where they have built their lives.
Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating projects that drive strategic initiatives for our clients. The Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful delivery of projects within scope, on time, and within budget.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
- Coordinate and lead project kick-off meetings, ensuring alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Budget and Resource Management:
- Create and manage project budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met.
- Allocate resources efficiently, considering the skills and strengths of team members to maximize productivity.
- Stakeholder Management:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of their strategic goals.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to optimize resources and deliver exceptional results.
- Quality Assurance:
- Implement robust quality assurance processes to ensure deliverables meet or exceed client expectations.
- Conduct regular reviews and evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Generate and present regular project status reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including meeting minutes, change requests, and lessons learned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, project management, or related field; PMP certification is a plus.
- Proven experience as a Project Manager in a strategic consulting or related industry.
- Strong understanding of strategic planning and execution methodologies.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in project management tools and software.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Location
ESG is a virtual organization with staff located in cities across the country and a home base in Washington, DC. Our flexible work environment enables our professionals to live and work in locations where they can be most productive-both professionally and personally.
How to Apply
Please submit your current resume and a cover letter discussing your experience pertinent to the position to edstrategy.bamboohr.com/jobs. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority consideration to applications submitted by March 31st. For more information about Education Strategy Group, visit www.edstrategy.org.
ESG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.