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Project Manager
Boston, MA

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Project Manager

Description

At Pearson, we're committed to a world that's always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it's one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology - and each other to surpass these boundaries - we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global, large and small.

Qualifications

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Customer-facing soft skills

Excellent listening, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to select the appropriate communication method in different situations

Proven ability to create documentation for production specifications

Ability to learn technology quickly and effectively train others

Knowledge of various support tools (i.e., SharePoint, Jira, BaseCamp)

Capable of prioritizing, organizing, and managing several ongoing tasks with minimal supervision

Ability to meet ambitious deadlines and deliver high-quality work on schedule with multiple projects running simultaneously

Ability to think creatively, adapt to circumstances, learn from co-workers, and share information and experiences

Strong analytical, technical, and problem solving skills

Ability to make pragmatic, timely, and sound decisions

Proven negotiation, consensus-building, and conflict resolution skills

Strong presentation skills

Ability to work on a team and independently

Knowledge of project management methods and tools

High level technical writing and documentation skills

Understanding of industry standard technologies and specifications (i.e., LTI, QTI, Common Cartridge, API, etc.) and industry standard development and production processes

General knowledge of emerging internet-based technologies

Understanding of Pearson learning and content platforms (MyLabs, Mastering, CourseConnect, eText, etc.) a plus

Characteristics of a successful candidate include:

Flexiblity, resourcefulness, and strong attention to detail

Interested in actively seeking new skills and keeping pace with emerging technologies

Results-oriented

Enjoys working in a high-energy, team-based environment

Deals effectively with change in a fast-paced environment

Self-starter

Team player

Able to function with ambiguity

Other Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This person must be able to sit or stand at a personal computer for a reasonable length of time typing and reading.

Ability to handle a high volume of work in a short period of time, handle multiple priorities simultaneously and operate in a demanding work environment is important.

Reliable attendance and punctuality, and willingness and ability to work extended hours as needed, particularly during busy seasons, are critical to successful performance in this role.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Primary Location: US-MA-Boston

Work Locations: US-MA-Boston-501 Boylston 501 Boylston St Boston 02116

Job: Project/Programme Management

Organization: North America

Employee Status: Regular Employee

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Job Posting: Jun 14, 2019

Job Unposting: Ongoing

Schedule: Full-time Regular

Req ID: 1905901

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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