Project Manager — Education Research

Help education institutions build thriving cultures that empower students to succeed.

Your vision for a better world starts here. At Gallup, we are committed to changing the world through extraordinary analytics and advice. We are devoted to providing faculty, staff and leaders the support and development they need to have a lasting impact on students’ lives. Our groundbreaking research and insights on strengths, engagement and wellbeing in education help advance the mission to improve students’ success in school — and ultimately, in their career and life.

As a project manager, you will lead a client-facing project team to advise client executives and orchestrate research projects to address their most important challenges. You will oversee and coordinate high-level research, direct project activities, and create and deliver powerful insights. You will ensure on-time, high-quality client deliverables that make a positive impact on our partner organizations.

Our best project managers are passionate about education, expertly manage multiple projects, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and translate complex research and analytics into concise insights that help our clients build a better world. Ready for the challenge? We hope so. Join Gallup and help us change the world one client at a time.

Who we want:

Masterful orchestrators. You have a natural talent for building and implementing initiatives and research projects with perfection. Your commitment to delivering excellence, passion for quality and eye for detail ensure that each client has a world-class experience.

Dedicated achievers. You are known for being an initiator, self-starter and high producer who is determined to see projects through to completion. Efficiency is woven into your work style and your ability to coordinate others to complete projects.

Persuasive communicators. You are the perfect partner to guide your clients and colleagues through complex processes and pressing deadlines. You ask the right questions to understand each client’s needs and effectively articulate the right message that engages your team and client.

Critical thinkers. With your data literacy and desire to learn more, this role will intellectually challenge you. Our clients will rely on your keen problem-solving skills for resolution to their complex problems.

Relationship builders. As a trusted adviser to the client, you ensure that they experience Gallup’s commitment to integrity and effective advice based on our analytics. You build authentic partnerships and identify and capitalize on each team member’s strengths to achieve the best outcomes.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• Minimum five years of experience in paid professional work performing complex project management or research project management supporting the education industry
• Proven competence in research or data analytics in or relating to the education field
• Ability to travel to work on-site at client locations
• Eligibility to work in the United States required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship

What we offer:

We create exceptional workplaces, starting with our own. We focus on developing your strengths — what you do right, rather than what you do wrong — and helping you be engaged at work. When you work at Gallup, you’ll benefit from:

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused and performance-oriented culture
• A flexible and hybrid work setting that allows you to work on-site and from home; you’ll work with your manager to configure what’s best for you and your team
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture that is committed to fostering belonging and wellbeing
• World-class managers who support, develop, empower and engage you
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities and purposeful career growth tailored to your unique talents
• Mission-driven work that changes the lives of people around the world
• A collaborative office environment and access to exciting public-facing events and our hub for thought leadership — all situated in our recently renovated global headquarters in Washington, D.C., steps away from the National Mall and other historic landmarks

And the perks don’t stop there. Learn more about life at Gallup.

Gallup offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance options; a 401(k) retirement and savings plan with company matching;