Project Manager

About Us

LeadersUp seeks to change how America works by empowering the next generation of inclusive leaders to build a future-proof economy. We believe that the next generation of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) are the demographic engine of our nation’s economic growth. With 81% of job growth already led by multicultural populations, we posit that intentional and strategic investments that broaden access to economic opportunity will catalyze inclusive ecosystems with the best potential to propel our nation’s prosperity and global competitiveness.

Position Summary

The Manager, Project is a key role responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects within the organization's portfolio. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet or exceed quality standards. The Manager, Project coordinates resources, manages risks and issues, communicates effectively with stakeholders, and ensures alignment with both portfolio strategy and organizational goals. This position is crucial not only for the successful delivery of projects but also for capturing learnings and outcomes to inform future initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess competencies in project planning and execution, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication and engagement. This role reports directly to the Head of Transformation and includes a travel commitment of up to 20%, locally, statewide, or nationally.

We prefer candidates who are local to California. However, we encourage candidates from all across the U.S. to apply.

Essential Duties

PMO

• Plan, execute, and close projects in collaboration with the Project Owner, adhering to predetermined timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure smooth and effective project execution.
• Proactively manage project risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary to mitigate impact.
• Communicate project status, progress, and any changes to all relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Ensure each project aligns with the broader portfolio strategy and contributes to the organization's strategic objectives.
• Document project learnings and outcomes to enrich organizational knowledge and support continuous improvement.
• ​​Performs other related duties as assigned.

Design & Delivery

Each role within our organization contributes its unique expertise and skill sets to the successful deployment of LeadersUp’s products and services. By leveraging our diverse talents and perspectives, we ensure that our strategies and initiatives are innovative, impactful, and inclusive. The following key responsibilities outline how every team member participates in the Design & Delivery of our products and services:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and refine initiatives within each portfolio, bringing role-specific insights to enhance service effectiveness and reach.
• Participate in the implementation and contribute to the continuous improvement of portfolio projects and strategies, applying specialized skills and knowledge and offering feedback and suggestions based on role-specific observations and expertise.
• Support the measurement and evaluation of portfolio outcomes, assisting in the collection and analysis of data to inform strategy and decision-making.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

The Superpowers You Bring

• Strategic Portfolio Leadership
• Agile Methodologies
• Analytical & Decision-Making Proficiency
• Risk Mitigation & Management
• Advanced Proficiency in Project Management Methodologies
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
• Ethics

Qualifications, Capabilities & Experience

• Extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget, while meeting or exceeding quality standards. Skills can be showcased through a combination of education, full-time, part-time, internship, and/or freelance positions, reflecting a comprehensive and adaptable skill set.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, capable of motivating and guiding teams to success.
• Proficiency in using project management software and tools, with knowledge of various project management methodologies.
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining stakeholder satisfaction.
• Years of experience can be applied through a combination of education and full-time, part-time, internship, and/or freelance positions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Occasionally required to stand.
• Continually required to sit.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may vary from time to time.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds.

Remote Work Requirements

• Quiet, distraction-free workspace.
• Reliable high-speed internet (min. 10Mbps upload / 50Mbps download; preferred 25 Mbps upload / 100 Mbps download).
• Candidates must meet all technical requirements before the first day.

Compensation & Benefits

At LeadersUp, we invest in our team’s well-being, growth, and work-life balance with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

Health & Wellness

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (80% coverage for spouses and children).
• $25,000 life insurance policy
• Volunteer benefits are available through Aflac and Metlife.

Time Off & Paid Leave

• 48 hours of sick & wellness time annually.
• Annual paid vacation:
  • 10 days (years 1-2)
  • 15 days (after 3 years)
  • 20 days (after 5 years)
• 17 paid holidays, including a holiday break from December 24th through January 1st.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave (up to 75% of weekly pay).

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Flexible, remote work setup with a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off).
• 401(k) plan, FSA, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development opportunities and team retreats.
• We recognize and reward your commitment to LeadersUp through service milestone perks, including gift cards and additional vacation days.
• Work alongside a purpose-driven team dedicated to building an inclusive economy.