Digital Project Manager (Hybrid, Chicago)

Our client, a digital marketing agency, is looking for a Digital Project Manager to join their team ASAP, on a contract to hire basis. Role is hybrid in Chicago (2x days onsite, 3x days remote).


Must Have and Preferred Softwares: Screen Dragon (PM software), SmartSheets is helpful, Google Sheets, Excel


Key functions:

• Manage day-to-day internal communication & process; provide crystal clarity to the team through effective comms, project briefs, status reports and project plans
• Manage the internal team by creating plans, scoping, managing budgets, organizing/communicating tasks and maintaining the project schedule which defines activities, deliverables, dependencies, effort, timing and staff needs
• Ensure project delivery is strategically on-point, on-time and on budget
• Be the ultimate point of accountability for quality of work delivered; provide feedback and direction before presenting to clients, raise awareness of all project issues/risks and proactively find solutions
• Be the point of escalation and problem-solver to address any challenges that arise, providing solutions that meet both client and agency success criteria
• Provide guidance and hard facts to the AD to help them make decisions regarding scope creep and change orders


Our ideal Project Manager has:

• 3+ years experience managing a fully integrated marketing campaign from kickoff to flight
• Experience with 2 or more of the following disciplines: creative campaigns, paid media, SEO, website builds, lead-gen programs
• An innate sense of accountability and effortless ability to drive outcomes while respecting budgets and margin
• Deep curiosity and a proactive solutions mindset
• An organized individual that is able to help people of diverse skills and personalities stay organized and on track
• Proven ability to push past challenges with a positive attitude
• A team player that is an asset to the agency, willing to work on internal initiatives, share knowledge and thought leadership in service of education and promoting agency expertise


If interested in and qualified for this role, please forward your resume today!