Pipeline: Contract Project Manager

Location: 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 Are

At 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 Opportunity

We 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 Contract

Start Date: Rolling — based on project availability

SweetRush 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 experience

Your Impact and Responsibilities

Essential 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-first environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without letting things fall through the cracks
• Experience working within or alongside large enterprise organizations — particularly in technology, communications, healthcare, retail, or energy sectors (e.g., Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Netflix, Walmart, UnitedHealth Group, ExxonMobil, Nvidia, or comparable)

Bonus Skills

• PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project management methodologies
• Openness to and curiosity about AI tools and how they can improve project workflows
• Familiarity with content operations, editorial workflows, or large-scale communications environments
• Multilingual ability or experience managing language and translation projects
• Experience supporting external agency partnerships or managing vendor deliverables at the project level

SweetRush Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief; national, social, or ethnic origin; sex (including pregnancy); age; physical, mental, or sensory disability; HIV status; sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression; marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; family medical history or genetic information; family or parental status; or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SweetRush will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Call to Action: Submit Your Resume!

Team chemistry is everything to us, so our ultimate goal is to find the right fit. If the above describes your interests and experience, and you believe this will be a dream job, please submit your resume. We are excited to hear from you!

Please note: We’re all about remote work and have collaborators based all around the world; however, SweetRush is a US-based company, and English is our primary language. If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume in English.

SweetRush believes in transparency and fairness. All of our active searches are available on the SweetRush "Join Us" page at https://www.sweetrush.com/join-us/

You can also find our openings posted on our LinkedIn company page under the "Jobs" tab at https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweetrush/jobs/

Unfortunately, cybercriminals take advantage of good people. Please know that SweetRush would never ask for your personal information, such as SSN, banking information, credit cards, etc., during the application or interview process. Always be mindful to protect your personal and financial information, and use careful judgment when providing information to talent acquisition professionals.