Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Underscore Marketing is a woman-owned, independent agency specializing in life sciences and data-driven promotional strategies. The Senior Project Manager leads complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through completion, managing planning, execution, risk, resources, governance, quality, and financial performance while mentoring project team members and improving PMO processes.
Responsibilities
- Define operational financial management: estimate development, project scoping, project goals, and deliverables in alignment with business objectives
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, budgeting, and risk management
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget
- Proactively identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Manage complex issues and escalations, ensuring timely resolution
- Conduct risk assessments and adjust project plans as necessary to minimize impact
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership
- Provide regular, transparent communication on project status, risks, and key decisions
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and presentations to ensure alignment and buy-in
- Allocate resources effectively across multiple projects to maximize efficiency
- Mentor and support junior project managers and team members, providing guidance and development opportunities
- Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to project team members
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project management practices
- Develop and maintain project management templates, tools, and best practices
- Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the project management office (PMO)
- Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
- Establish and maintain project governance structures, including steering committees and change control boards
- Conduct project post-mortems and document lessons learned
- Oversee operational project financial management, including estimate development, budget monitoring, burn tracking, pacing, forecasting, and delivery variance reporting
- Partner with Client Services and Finance to ensure alignment with approved budgets and client commitments
- Lead daily or weekly project stand-ups and status meetings
- Review and approve project plans, schedules, and budgets
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and team members
- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure project success
- Prepare and deliver high-level reports and presentations to stakeholders
- Manage risks, issues, and escalations, ensuring they are addressed promptly
- Oversee resource allocation and ensure optimal team performance
Skills
- Expertise in multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
- Experience leading complex projects across various industries or sectors
- Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional team
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to all levels of stakeholders
- Experience in managing high-level stakeholder relationships and negotiations
- Expertise in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning
- Ability to navigate and resolve complex project issues and conflicts
- Experience managing project budgets, financial reporting, and cost control
- Understanding of financial principles and how they impact project outcomes
- Ability to mentor and develop junior project managers and team members
- Experience in fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
- Minimum of 3-5 years in a Project Management role, 2+ years' experience with pharmaceutical clients
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience in the media industry, preferably within a media agency setting, with a strong understanding of media planning and activation workflows, campaign execution, vendor management, client relationship dynamics, budgeting, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration across strategy, analytics, media, and project management teams
- Experience managing large-scale, complex projects, preferably in a global or cross-functional environment
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification
Benefits
- Your growth is supported
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