Project Manager II

Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company on a mission to simplify complex payments. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to partner with educational institutions, ensuring the successful implementation of their products and managing client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities:

• The Project Manager’s primary objective is to review sales documentation, develop project plans, organize project resources, manage client relationships, and deliver successful projects
• Proven ability to plan, organize, drive, and fully execute on simultaneous multi-phase projects from end to end
• After the contract is executed, manage and deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget for our education partners
• Coordinate with and manage solutions consultants, technical implementation managers, product management, relationship management, engineering support, and third-parties/vendors to develop project scope and plans, and client objectives all while gauging technical feasibility
• Effectively manage client expectations, project risk levels, and communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Provide accurate, timely, and detailed weekly status updates to management, including progress against the project plan, timeline changes, risks, issues, and upcoming milestones
• Work in collaboration with various internal departments to identify needed improvements, recommend solutions, and escalate items to Director/VP as appropriate

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree (required)
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Can work independently and be self motivated
• Baseline understanding of technology — e.g., SQL, databases, APIs, Web Services, SFTP, file troubleshooting, infrastructure and enterprise systems
• Working knowledge of Agile, SDLC, and other software development methodologies
• A background working for a SaaS based company or in Higher Education (preferred)
• Knowledge of Peoplesoft, Colleague, and Ellucian products is preferred