Project Manager

Project ManagerMars United? Commerce is a global commerce marketing practice that aligns people, technology, and intelligence to make the business of our clients better today than it was yesterday. Our worldwide capabilities coalesce into four key disciplines — Strategy & Analytics, Content & Experiences, Digital Commerce, and Retail Consultancy — that individually deliver unmatched results for clients and collectively give them an unparalleled network of seamlessly integrated functions across the entire commerce marketing ecosystem. These disciplines are powered by our industry-leading technology platform, Marilyn®, which helps marketers understand the total business impact of their commerce marketing activation, enabling them to make better decisions, create connected experiences, and drive stronger, measurable results.We are seeking a Project Manager to manage client projects and process to ensure project accuracy, timeliness and client satisfaction. Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to one of our hub locations in Chicago or Detroit (Troy) for a hybrid work schedule.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage project scopeDevelop and manage project schedulesDevelop and manage estimatesManage budgets and billingPerformance ExpectationsProject Scopes: Define Project Scope in concert with Account Management. Clearly communicate goals, expectations, and key information to team. Define and evaluate project success. Identify and manage project risks. Work with team to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Develop and communicate internal status reports and meeting notes.Project Schedules: Maintain accurate schedule through lifecycle of project. Manage projects to scheduled milestones. Communicate schedule risks upon detection and work with team to mitigate. Clearly communicate key project milestones to all team members.Estimates: Utilize existing data where possible to inform project estimates. Develop estimate templates based on common project scopes. Effectively manage scope creep by issuing change controls. Communicate estimate risk upon detection and work with team to mitigate.Budgets and Billing: Billing liaison: Responsible for budget management, weekly billing meetings, and follow up w/ Client Leadership teams regarding outstanding financial issues.Skillsets RequiredBachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, business or related field1-3 years of marketing or advertising experience, agency experience preferredInterest in the Project Management disciplineStrong background in digital media including custom website page development, native advertising, digital display ads, search, email, and social mediaProficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to manage time, adhere to strict timelines, multitask and work well under pressureDetail orientation and ability to ensure that projects are developed in line with client's brand style and guidelinesProactive nature in the seeking of work/responsibilityDependability in execution of work and as member of assigned teamEnthusiastic, solution-oriented attitude in accepting work/new challengesDesire to learn all aspects of the assigned client scope of work and tactics; digital knowledge (banner ads, etc.) is a plusEffective interpersonal skills working well across functionsConscientious work ethicThe Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include: Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more. Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility. Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption. Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance. Tuition Assistance. Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more. Matching Gifts programs. Flexible working arrangements 'Work Your World' Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere. Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility). Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances.The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. We also offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits.Mars United? Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Compensation Range: USD $60,800.00 - USD $84,000.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/2/2026.