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.This is a hybrid role, 4 days/week in our Chicago office required.Additional information Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. 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 $121,315.00 - USD $174,300.00/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.