Associate Project Manager (Agile) - McGraw Hill (Remote, USA)

Associate Project Manager (Agile) – McGraw Hill (Remote, USA)

McGraw Hill is hiring an Associate Project Manager (Agile) to support digital product development across its education platforms. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $49,500 to $80,000 annually and is open to applicants authorized to work for any employer in the United States. If you’re passionate about Agile project delivery and want to help shape the future of learning, this position offers a dynamic and impactful career path.

About McGraw Hill

McGraw Hill is a global leader in educational content and digital learning solutions. With a mission to unlock the full potential of every learner, the company serves millions of students and educators across K-12, higher education, professional, and international markets. McGraw Hill combines innovative technology with trusted content to deliver personalized learning experiences that drive results.

The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As part of the product management team, you’ll contribute to projects that directly impact how education is delivered and experienced.

Position Overview

As Associate Project Manager (Agile), you’ll support the planning, coordination, and execution of Agile projects across cross-functional teams. You’ll work closely with product owners, developers, designers, and QA specialists to ensure that deliverables are completed on time and meet quality standards. This role is ideal for early-career professionals with a background in project management, operations, or Agile environments.

You’ll participate in Agile ceremonies, manage backlogs, track progress, and facilitate communication across stakeholders. Your contributions will help streamline workflows, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.

• Location: Remote (United States)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary Range: $49,500 – $80,000 per year
• Job ID: 48945
• Application Deadline: Rolling basis

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Assist in backlog management by refining user stories and prioritizing tasks
• Collaborate with engineering, design, QA, and product teams to ensure alignment
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues early in the lifecycle
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to Agile best practices
• Facilitate clear communication among stakeholders and team members
• Maintain accurate project documentation including plans, meeting notes, and status reports
• Support quality assurance efforts and review deliverables before release
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through retrospectives and performance analysis

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–2 years of experience in project management, operations, or Agile environments (internships accepted)
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
• Collaborative attitude and ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Desired Skills

• Experience with project management tools like Jira, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project
• Familiarity with Agile tracking tools such as Confluence or Jira
• Basic understanding of product management or software development
• Experience working on digital projects (web or mobile applications)

Why This Role Matters

The Associate Project Manager (Agile) plays a vital role in ensuring that McGraw Hill’s digital learning products are delivered efficiently and effectively. Your work will directly impact educators and learners by supporting the development of tools that enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

This role offers the chance to grow within a global organization that values innovation and education. You’ll gain hands-on experience in Agile project delivery while contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of learning.

Compensation and Benefits

McGraw Hill offers a competitive compensation package based on experience and location. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• Remote work flexibility
• Inclusive and collaborative team culture

Application Guidance

McGraw Hill recruiters will only contact candidates using an “@mheducation.com” email address or through the official Applicant Tracking System (iCIMS). Any variation should be considered suspicious. Sensitive information will never be requested via email.

McGraw Hill uses an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) to assist in screening candidates. You may opt out of this process during application if preferred.