Sr Project Manager

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.

About the role

The Sr Project Manager manages all aspects of projects/programs assigned. This role acts as a conduit for all project information to ensure the meeting of all critical delivery, quality, and pricing expectations as well as meeting profit margin goals. They are responsible for gathering all project-related requirements, processing that information, establishing a plan, confirming the cost structure, producing a schedule, establishing project structure, understanding the requirements, and overseeing the execution of the plan. 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.
• 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

• Selection of 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.