Pipeline: Project Manager

Pipeline: Contract Project ManagerLocation: United States — Fully Remote (Preferred: San Francisco Bay Area, Menlo Park CA, Maryland, New York area)SweetRush is always growing, and we’re looking for outstanding professionals (hopefully you) to work with us on exciting upcoming projects. The role described below is not for a project today. Our goal is to explore whether we’re a mutual fit so we can reach out to you and move quickly as soon as we need to expand. Please submit your application if you’re interested!Who We AreAt SweetRush, we believe that when you put people at the center of business, magic happens. As a global leader in learning and development, we blend high-end storytelling, emerging tech like AI and VR, and deep psychological insights to help organizations—from iconic global brands to essential nonprofits—flourish. We are a remote-first, tight-knit community built on a foundation of radical empathy and creative excellence. Our work isn’t just about the awards we win with incredible partners such as Hilton, Google, Bridgestone, Adidas, SHRM, and numerous others; it’s about balancing profit with a genuine desire to spread good in the world. If you are a caring innovator who believes work should be life-centered and impactful, then this is where you come in…About the OpportunityWe are building a pipeline of Contract Project Managers to support dynamic, fast-moving teams across communications, marketing, technology, and content operations. As a Contract Project Manager at SweetRush, you will own the day-to-day execution of individual projects — ensuring that deliverables stay on schedule, budgets are managed, stakeholders stay aligned, and quality standards are met from kickoff through completion.This role is ideal for a detail-driven, highly organized professional who thrives on turning complex, multi-stakeholder work into clear plans and smooth execution. You will work across a variety of project types in the following domains: Technology, Business Development, Marketing, Language & Translation, and Communications.Candidates should have current or previous experience at a top-tier organization — including Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Netflix, Walmart, UnitedHealth Group, ExxonMobil, Nvidia, and Berkshire Hathaway.Location: United States — Fully Remote (Preferred: San Francisco Bay Area / Menlo Park CA / Maryland / New York)Contract Type: W2 ContractStart Date: Rolling — based on project availabilitySweetRush is a remote organization, and as such, all resources must be technically savvy, have access to a strong internet signal, be comfortable with virtual/instant messaging and conferencing tools, and generally be available during established working hours.Hourly Range (US Only)*Rate is negotiable based on experienceYour Impact and ResponsibilitiesEssential functions include: Own end-to-end project management for individual initiatives across marketing, communications, technology, or content workstreams — including scope definition, scheduling, budget tracking, and delivery Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, task trackers, and status reports that give stakeholders clear, real-time visibility into project health Coordinate day-to-day work across internal teams and external partners, managing dependencies, tracking action items, and proactively resolving blockers before they affect delivery Lead project kickoffs, recurring status meetings, and retrospectives — capturing decisions, action items, and risks in a clear, shareable format Identify, document, and escalate project risks and issues; develop mitigation plans and maintain a risk log throughout the project lifecycle Manage vendor and agency relationships at the project level, including statement of work tracking, deliverable reviews, and invoice coordination Maintain project documentation, including meeting notes, decision logs, change requests, and final deliverable sign-off records Adapt quickly to shifting priorities across multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining quality and attention to detail What You Bring — Required Skills 5+ years of project management experience in marketing, technology, communications, content, or related fields Proven ability to manage individual projects end-to-end with complex timelines, multiple workstreams, and cross-functional stakeholders Experience delivering projects across two or more of the following domains: Technology, Business Development, Marketing, Language & Translation, or Communications Strong command of project management fundamentals: scope management, scheduling, risk tracking, issue resolution, and status reporting Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet, or similar platforms Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to produce clear project documentation and run effective meetings with diverse stakeholders Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote-fi