Project Manager, Ogilvy Health

Careers ← Back to Careers Project Manager, Ogilvy Health Ogilvy Health New York, New York Job Posted Date: 09/11/2026 About Ogilvy Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy more than 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity—innovating at the intersection of intelligence, imagination and influence, with experts across advertising, sports & entertainment, PR & social, consulting, and health collaborating seamlessly across more than 120 offices spanning 90 countries. Ogilvy was named Network of the Year at the 2026 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC for the fourth consecutive year, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel. For more information, visitOgilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn,X,Instagram, and Facebook. About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. OGILVY HEALTH: WE INSPIRE PEOPLE AND BRANDS TO IMPACT THE WORLD Guided by this vision, Ogilvy Health, part of WPP, combines borderless creativity, scientific precision and cultural fluency to build healthcare’s most influential movements. We drive measurable impact and category-defining growth for brands ready to shape what’s next. Our approach is powered by fearless creativity that dares to be different, sparks emotional connections, and inspires action, ensuring cultural resonance. Scientific precision translates complex data into stories that resonate, while our impact-obsessed mindset focuses on delivering real-world outcomes. For more information on us, visit OgilvyHealth.com, or follow Ogilvy Health on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads. About The Role The Project Management Office at Ogilvy Health is responsible for project execution, process improvement, budget management and resource management across the agency. Our Project Management team helps to assemble and lead interdisciplinary teams, ensure adherence to workflow, schedules, and budgets, and deliver with excellence for our clients. We are looking for a Project Manager to join a large-scale healthcare AOR account. The successful PM is a creative problem solver, understands and champions agency process, and thrives in a team environment. What You’ll Do Project Management: Leads a primary brand vertical, ensuring consistent quality, process adherence, and on-time, on-budget delivery, while contributing to secondary brand assignments to ensure full billability and team coverage Owns and manages mid-complexity, multi-channel projects from initiation to completion, providing clear direction and vision Develops and manages comprehensive project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans using agency tools and project management software Leads day-to-day project execution, collaborating with junior and senior PM team members, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery Proactively identifies and mitigates project risks and challenges, escalating issues and proposing solutions as needed Conducts regular status meetings, effectively communicates project updates, and ensures alignment on deliverables and timelines Financial Management Manages project financials for projects typically ranging from $1MM–$5MM, tracking spend against budget and taking corrective action to achieve revenue targets Participates in weekly finance meetings, providing insights into project performance, monthly forecasting, and resource utilization Team & Relationship Management Cultivates strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to foster collaboration and ensure project success Leads and motivates project teams, fostering a positive and collaborative environment Proposes and pilots process improvements on their brand vertical, actively identifying smarter, more efficient ways of working Mentors and develops Brand PCs and APMs, providing guidance, training, and support Clearly articulates project vision, goals, and updates to diverse audiences, adapting communication style (written, verbal, presentations) to different audiences and mediums Proactively keeps all stakeholders informed of project progress, deadlines, and potential roadblocks Fosters a team environment built on open communication, trust, and mutual respect What You’ll Need Minimum 3 years agency project management experience, specifically within healthcare marketing and communications Strong PM and production knowledge across multiple tactic types Launch experience a plus Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Ziflow) and proficiency with MS Office Suite, Teams, etc. Strong knowledge of digital routing and proofing systems Financial aptitude and experience in tracking budgets, forecasting, and resource utilization Outstanding communication (written, verbal, presentation) and interpersonal skills Superior organizational skills, detail-oriented, with strong time management Critical thinking, problem-solving, and solutions-oriented mindset Proven proactive drive with demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams How We’ll Support You Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates. The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, Pay Range

$45,000—$100,000 USD

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game‑changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self‑expression. We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ogilvy New York