Sr Project Manager

About the role

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global network of 1,900+ team members across 25+ studios and 20+ countries, partnering with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business challenges through design, strategy, and craft.

This is an onsite role in Pittsburgh, PA.

Responsibilities

• Assembles project plans and teamwork assignments, drives completion of tasks as warranted by each project, and delivers projects at or above the predicted margin.
• Leads project meetings and relays pertinent project information to required personnel and outside vendors.
• Creates and manages project timelines to deliver product on time.
• Recommends, implements, and adheres to global standard project management processes and methodologies.
• Ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to quality standards and customer expectations.
• Develops project budget and tracks project expenses and spending.
• Directs and monitors work efforts daily by identifying resource needs and performing quality reviews.
• Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers.
• Manages scope of project by enforcing proper change controls and documentation.
• Coordinates communication throughout the project life cycle with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort.
• Identifies and leads improvement opportunities within assigned programs/projects.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished.
• Mentors, coaches, trains, and develops team.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Development, Project Management, or related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred.
• 6+ years progressive product management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years in a leadership role (direct or indirect).
• Prior managerial/supervisory experience.
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.

Skills

• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.

Benefits

• Health care plans with prescription drug coverage.
• Dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection.
• Short/long term disability.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.

Pay

The U.S. pay range for this position is $105,000 - $115,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.