Technical Project Manager

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Location: [Sri Lanka]

Department: Higher Education Technology: Tools Engineering Group

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Technical Project Manager to join our team. The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams in the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects across various educational domains. This role requires strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive projects to completion while maintaining a focus on quality, timelines, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination:

Lead the development and implementation of detailed project plans, ensuring that all project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements are clearly defined and communicated.

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Work with cross-functional teams, including product development, and technology ensuring effective collaboration and accountability.

Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, supporting team members and removing obstacles to project success.

Risk Management & Problem Solving

Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.

Address project issues in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines and quality.

Project Delivery & Reporting

Ensure the successful delivery of projects on time, within scope, and within budget, maintaining high-quality standards throughout.

Produce regular status reports and post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.

Continuous Improvement

Analyze project outcomes and identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency gains, and lessons learned.

Contribute to the development of project management best practices within the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Smartsheet, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Who We Are

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

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Job: PROJECT/PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req ID: 18228

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