Director, Project Management

Business Overview

We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. Initiative builds Fame & Flow for brands like Nike, Amazon, Merck, and T-Mobile. Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it’s creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.  

Position Overview

As Director of Project Management, you will play a pivotal part in leading a team that gets things done. The project management team has an integral role in advising, planning, and coordinating on all things creative to ensure that our campaigns launch successfully and on time. In this position, you will collaborate closely with project managers and various cross-functional team leaders to ensure that our internal teamwork consistently supports our clients in achieving their strategic priorities. The Director of Project Management’s contribution is also crucial in developing and maintaining the processes that helps to keep excellent execution at the forefront of what we do.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to project management teams to ensure the successful execution of projects.
• Mentor project managers to enhance their project management skills and drive their professional development.
• Facilitate effective communication channels between project teams, internal stakeholders, and clients to ensure alignment and transparency throughout project lifecycles.
• Team up with department leads to optimize project workflows and ensure alignment with organizational goals and processes.
• Act as a point of contact for complex projects and provide expert guidance and aid to PM teams as needed.
• Establish and reinforce departmental standards for project management excellence across all projects and lines of business.
• Identify and address inefficiencies in project activation processes while working collaboratively with stakeholders to identify and implement optimizations.
• Collaborate with project management leadership to allocate resources effectively across projects and teams.
• Support a collective vision for the PM team and set a positive example for self-management and collaboration.
• Develop onboarding and training materials to drive the ongoing development of the project management team.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in digital project management with an expertise in managing diverse projects and digital ad production.
• In-depth knowledge of digital ad formats and asset management best practices.
• Experience training, supervising, and mentoring project management teams.
• Comfortability navigating ambiguity and helping to develop clarity of direction as needed.
• Experience and knowledge of the digital ad trafficking processes and best practices related to creative execution.
• Demonstrated ability to provide solutions-oriented leadership with a very strong ability to creatively solve complex problems collaboratively.
• Interpersonal skills to work closely with Director-level stakeholders to manage overall client relationships.
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google Docs, and project management tools such as Smartsheet or similar.

Desired Skills and Experience 

• 7+ years of project management experience, preferably in an agency setting or creative services environment.
• Commitment to team culture building for the sake of individual and professional development and team camaraderie.

We See You  

At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community.  

We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.   

We See You at IPG Mediabrands. 

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. 

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

Employment Transparency

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email accommodation@mbww.com.

About IPG Mediabrands 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com.  

 

Salary Range$120,000—$160,000 USD