Project Manager

Project ManagerMarks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks 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.Position Summary:The Project Manager plans, coordinates, and manages the end-to-end execution of various projects, ensuring adherence to all project performance targets such as timing, cost, quality, and achievement of proposed benefits/return. This role is responsible for gathering project requirements, establishing project plans, confirming cost structures and oversees the overall execution of a project. As a cross-functional partner, the Project Manager interacts regularly with various teams, departments and clients to ensure a seamless execution of various projects.Location: Hybrid role based out of Baltimore, MD, or Pittsburgh, PA.Job Responsibilities:Collects, organizes and understands project requirementsWorking understanding of design basics, retail campaign processes, print production terminologies.Develops and maintains project plans, including documentation of project scope, objectives, deliverables, key milestones, timelines, schedules, internal and external resources, project dashboards, etc.Communicates project statuses, requirements, and across the Project Management team and all necessary departments.Identifies potential risks and suggest alternatives based upon cost implications, time constraints, and customer quality standards.Analyzes the project's cost structure and any significant deviations from the approved cost structure.Collaborates regularly with creative design team, tech design, production management, and client management on various portions of a project.Manages day-to-day operations of projects including task management, task delegation, risk assessment and resolution.Attends and/or leads project planning meetings as needed; serves as subject matter expert regarding workflow, processes, capacity, timelines, etc.Assists with the implementation of workflow management and reporting tools focusing on quality, profitability, efficiency, and productivity.Actively engages and participates in auditing and/or adapting processes, policies, and workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, speed, quality, etc.Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished.Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in project management (or related field)Experience in Creative Operations or Creative Project Management is a plusStrong understanding of end-to-end creative process including concept development and design; print production experience is a plusExperience in website design and platforms a plus4+ years of previous project management experience; agency experience is a plusHigh degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook, Teams, digital asset management systems, and creative review toolsStrong analytical, prioritization, and problem-solvingStrong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts (profit margins, cost structures, billing and invoicing)Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clientsAbility 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 managementSelf-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reportingPhysical Aspects/Work Environment:Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio.EEO Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $73,000 USD - $83,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors. Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.