Project Manager II

Profile

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

Project Managers are responsible for coordinating internal and external resources for the streamlined execution of technology and IT construction projects. They understand the work that needs to be done, coordinate cross-team collaboration, and proactively identify risks and work to address them.

This position will report into 2U’s IT team; a team dedicated to providing robust, scalable and deliberate solutions to all 2U employees that will directly lead to overall success, facilitate growth and drive outcomes in meaningful ways.

This position requires being in our Lanham, MD office 2 or more days per week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop project plans in consultation and collaboration with stakeholders.

Ensure all project activities are completed on schedule and budget

Monitor project performance to ensure successful completion

Independently and proactively flagging risks, troubleshooting and resolving them before they turn into issues wherever possible and escalating when not possible

Facilitating communication and coordination across Corporate IT teams

Familiarity with tools and metrics needed to evaluate project performance

Ability to perceive and alleviate conflict and tension.

Things That Should Be in Your Background:

Demonstrated success leading complex efforts

Strong written and verbal communication skills, exhibiting professionalism in both internal and external documentation

Experience managing multiple projects and relationships, including working with challenging stakeholders

Bachelor’s degree required

2 or more years experience as a Project Coordinator/Assistant Project Manager

Other Attributes That Will Help You in This Role:

Formal understanding of Project Management conventions and techniques, including managing to a detailed schedule or backlog of work

Conversant with Agile project frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)

Previous experience leading a project or initiative

Motivated self starter who is keen to hit the ground running

An ability to navigate complex environments with many moving pieces

Ability to think on-your-feet with an eye and ear for detail

An ability to motivate people around shared goals

A commitment to continuous improvement in process

Negotiation & creative problem-solving

Knowledge of interior commercial construction and competency in reviewing and understanding blueprints are a plus

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.

Full-time, U.S.benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Free snacks and drinks in-office

Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO

Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($81,200 -$117,000), with potential bonus eligibility. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at:

recruitingaccommodations@2u.com

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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https://2u.com/careers/

#NoBackRow

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

Company info

2U, Inc
Website : http://2u.com