We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Manager to lead and manage end-to-end marketing projects across several key accounts.
In this role, you will develop execution plans, oversee project timelines and budgets, and drive collaboration across cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Workflow/Timeline Management
Develop comprehensive execution plans and project timelines from brief development to asset delivery.
Drive and update project timelines, ensuring effective communication with cross-functional teams.
Manage workflow by establishing clear objectives, prioritizing projects, and maintaining stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Provide regular updates, including meeting recaps, weekly status reports, and risk assessments.
Operations
Serve as a resource for internal teams regarding project information and client execution items.
Ensure compliance with agency internal templates and operational standards.
Oversee timely opening of job codes and track project progress.
Resourcing and Talent
Collaborate with Resource Management to address resourcing needs and potential conflicts.
Understand team talents and skill sets to support project staffing and scheduling.
Assist in securing backfills and maintaining workflow consistency.
Financial Management
Monitor project burn rates and recommend solutions to maintain margins.
Oversee financial trends for designated accounts, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
Contribute to client scope development, estimates, and revenue forecasts.
Leadership
Act as co-lead for assigned accounts, ensuring project planning, oversight, and execution.
Promote cross-functional collaboration and integrate feedback from various stakeholders into creative projects.
Creative Collaboration
Build relationships with the creative team, addressing requests and questions throughout the development process.
Monitor logistics and timing associated with creative projects, proactively flagging issues.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience, preferably in a creative agency environment.
Proven client-facing experience, with a track record of working with executive-level leadership in complex settings.
Experience managing diverse client portfolios and leading accounts generating $3M+ in revenue.
Demonstrated success in delivering integrated marketing campaigns and fast-track project-based work.
Familiarity with scope development, staffing, and estimates.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Workfront, Workamajig) preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to different working styles.
Exceptional time management abilities and understanding of inter-departmental project commitments.