Director, Project Management

Director, Project ManagementCompany description A global creative constellation built for what's next—uniting the human vision of the Leo Burnett network with the innovation of Publicis Worldwide. Leo is HI × AI: Human Insight, Human Ideas, Human Impact—supercharged by the data and technology to move faster, go further, and deliver everywhere. Leo brings together 15,000+ people across 90 countries, combining global scale with creative firepower to drive outsized impact for brands.Overview The Director, Project Management is both an owner of their account(s), but also a leader across the Project Management team and the agency at large. Responsibilities include managing overall account health along with individual projects, detailed timeline creation and upkeep in our PPM tool, accurate scope creation and tracking, forecasting and managing workflow, as well as optimizing processes, ways of working and resources. Additionally, the Director, PM may be accountable for internal and new business initiatives, project management / agency process optimization, thought leadership, mentorship and management of other Project Managers and strong collaboration across all agency departments. The Director, PM is an analytical thinker and creative problem solver, seeking efficiencies across accounts and teams, and thinking expansively and strategically. They lead by doing, modeling rigor in ownership and calm execution under pressure. They are a key leader – seeking not only to elevate the work, but also the way it gets delivered. The Director, PM is proactive, engaged and forward-thinking, always with an eye towards progress.Key ResponsibilitiesPortfolio ownership & hands-on deliveryWorkflow & process excellenceFinancial, scope & resource managementPeople leadership & talent developmentClient & agency partnershipQualificationsLeadership profile Brings clarity, structure and calm to complex, high-pressure environments. Proactive, anticipatory thinker who works ahead of risk rather than reacting to it. Strong collaborator who can also operate autonomously and make principled tradeoffs. Solution-oriented and deeply accountable. ~6–10+ years of progressive experience in project, program or delivery management within an integrated agency environment. Proven success managing large, complex, multi?disciplinary projects and programs. Strong financial acumen with hands?on experience managing scopes, forecasts, burn rates and profitability. High EQ and environmental awareness; strength in context-driven decision-making. Strong ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize work and drive decisions through action. Clear, confident communicator with experience working directly with senior stakeholders and clients. Deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practices. Highly organized, detail?oriented and calm under pressure, with a strong sense of ownership. Proactive self-starter who successfully holds themselves and others accountable.What success looks like Projects are delivered with clarity, discipline and confidence. Teams feel supported, challenged and accountable through real partnership and shared ownership. Clients experience transparency, trust and strong delivery leadership. The Project Management function is known for execution excellence, reliability and business impact.Compensation Range: USD $97,375.00 - USD $139,965.00/Annually.