Scribendi is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will take full ownership of managing large-scale, cross-functional projects – including software development projects – ensuring they stay on track, on time, and on track with business goals. You’ll play a critical role in keeping teams aligned, tracking progress, and ensuring accountability across departments.
If you’re a proactive leader who thrives on organization, clear communication, and driving projects to completion, we want to hear from you!

REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Degree in business management, computer science, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience delivering technical and non-technical cross-functional projects from initiation to closure
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Adaptable and calm in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Proactive, detail-oriented planning and risk mitigation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, demonstrate resourcefulness, and take initiative without constant oversight
• Experience managing asynchronous communication and globally distributed teams across time zones
• Familiar with go-to-market (GTM) strategies and cross-functional readiness
• Proficient in project management frameworks (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
• Native-level English proficiency
• Located and authorized to work in Canada

Preferred

• PMP certification
• Deep understanding of SDLC
• Master’s degree in project management
• Knowledge of AI and/or the editing industry
• Ability to communicate in Japanese and/or Chinese

• Foster alignment and commitment to project goals across cross-departmental teams
• Serve as the point of contact for projects, providing clarity in ambiguous situations and setting clear expectations for team contributions
• Maintain team accountability by tracking milestones and following up on commitments
• Coordinate readiness across Engineering, Product, Marketing, Customer Support, and Sales to ensure seamless execution of go-to-market and operational initiatives
• Facilitate effective communication across globally distributed teams in Canada, Japan, and China
• Provide weekly project status updates to stakeholders with clear progress, risks, and upcoming deliverables
• Develop clear and thoroughly thought-out project plans that mitigate as many risks as possible, keeping in mind immediate needs and bigger-picture items
• Proactively adjust project timelines and scopes to reflect shifting priorities while still meeting critical business objectives
• Integrate new initiatives, processes, or tools across departments to support current and future project success