Project Manager

Job Description – Project Manager (E-Publishing | STM & Journals)

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager with strong expertise in STM and Journal publishing to join our team. The ideal candidate must come exclusively from the e-publishing industry and possess deep understanding of end-to-end journal/STM workflows. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects on time while ensuring high-quality output and customer satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and proven project management skills within the STM/Journals domain.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement effective project plans and strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality in project delivery.
• Manage and optimize workflows across teams to ensure timely completion of STM/Journals deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments (Production, Editorial, QC, Tech, Vendor teams) to align project goals and timelines.
• Establish and maintain SOPs for consistent and compliant project execution within STM/Journals workflows.
• Track project performance and proactively address risks, delays, and quality issues.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecast resource needs, and ensure efficient utilization.
• Collaborate with vendors relevant to e-publishing (copyeditors, typesetters, proofreaders, platforms) and maintain strong relationships.
• Promote continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability across the project team.
• Support client interactions, ensure customer satisfaction, and manage scope expansions.
• Lead both direct (5–7) and indirect (50+) project team members.
• Analyze project data to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive scheduling, project planning, quality improvement, and Lean/Kaizen initiatives.
• Support training and development of your project teams.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, publishing, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Mandatory:
• Experience in STM (Science, Technical, Medical)
• Experience in Journal production workflows
• Experience only in the e-publishing industry

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Shift & Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Work from Office)
• Location: Olympia cyberspace, Arulayiammanpet, SIDCO Industrial Estate, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600032

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹90,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person