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Ellucian · 1 day ago

Associate Project Manager (Hybrid in Reston, VA office)

positionReston, VA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

Ellucian is a global market leader in education technology, partnering with higher education institutions. They are seeking an Associate Project Manager to assist in coordinating SaaS and cloud transformation projects, ensuring organized tasks and aligned stakeholders while building foundational project management skills.

EducationEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Information TechnologySoftware
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Hiring Manager
Patrick Burns
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Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating projects through all phases of the Ellucian Implementation Methodology, from initiation through closeout
Track project activities, deliverables, and milestones to ensure progress is maintained and risks are visible
Support communication and coordination between project managers, delivery team members, client stakeholders, and internal peers
Help identify risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating appropriately to senior project managers or delivery leadership
Maintain accurate and timely project documentation, including status reports, meeting notes, and action item tracking
Coordinate scheduling, meeting logistics, and resource tracking to support on-time delivery
Contribute actively to project and team meetings, ensuring follow-ups and commitments are executed
Gain exposure to SaaS and cloud implementations, building technical and functional knowledge over time
Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to requests and supporting strong client relationships
Support the Delivery Excellence function by assisting with deliverable standardization, process improvements, and supporting enhancements, helping drive continuous improvement across delivery practices and tooling

Qualification

Project coordinationSaaS implementationsCloud solutionsProject management principlesOrganizational skillsInterest in certificationsClear communicationCollaborative mindset

Required

Basic understanding of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, risk awareness, and change tracking
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with comfort working across diverse stakeholder groups
A collaborative, proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn in a matrixed delivery environment

Preferred

Foundational experience in project coordination, project support, or related roles (internships, coursework, or 1-2 years of professional experience preferred)
Interest in developing expertise in SaaS, cloud, CRM, or ERP implementations
Familiarity with higher education processes is a plus, but not required
Working toward or interested in certifications such as PMP, Agile, or cloud-related credentials

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision
Flexible time off
Thrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests
401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the future
Parental Leave
5 charitable days to support the community that supports us
Telemedicine
Wellness
Headspace Care (mental health)
Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes)
RethinkCare & Wellthy- caregiver support
Diversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groups
Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team
Education Assistance Program
Professional development opportunities

Company

Ellucian

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Ellucian delivers the software, services, and insights that help your institution thrive.
dateFounded in 1968
location
Fairfax, Virginia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.ellucian.com

H1B Sponsorship

Ellucian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (31)
2024 (27)
2023 (28)
2022 (31)
2021 (33)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.6B
2021-06-14Acquired
2020-09-17Debt Financing· $1.6B

Leadership Team

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Laura Ipsen
President and CEO
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Joe Sallustio
Chief of Industry Engagement & Senior Vice President
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Recent News

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Ellucian Acquires Anthology’s ERP, SIS
2026-01-06
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Ellucian Named to GSV 150 List of the World's Most Transformational EdTech Companies for Sixth Year in a Row
2026-01-06
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Ellucian Completes Acquisition of Anthology's SIS and ERP Business
2026-01-05
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