Project Manager (Intermediate)

at  VML

WHO WE ARE:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Wunderman Thompson is looking for a collaborative Project Manager to join the team developing impactful work for an automotive brand. Reporting to the Program Director, you will work closely with the account management team to direct and manage interactive projects from beginning to end, ensuring they are developed and executed to meet agency standards and client expectations.

• Manage | Determine and document project deliverables, risks, timelines, and budgets. Create and maintain project plans throughout the project lifecycle. Forecast upcoming work. Lead daily stand-ups with the project team. Communicate progress to internal and client teams. Manage workload through JIRA. Attend brainstorms, client meetings and briefings. Proactively identify project conflicts and resource gaps and resolve accordingly.
• People | Liaise with Resource Manager and creative teams to secure internal resources. Collaborate with account management and senior stakeholders to develop and execute interactive marketing and creative strategy. Participate in leading teams in production feasibility, technical requirements, costs, and timing effects.
• Work | Apply and maintain best practice methodologies. Establish, maintain, and ensure quality interactive solutions are provided to clients.
• Financials | Partner with finance teams to manage WIP’s, freelancer budgets, and timesheets. Monitor actual vs estimated hours for each team member; proactively highlight when there is a discrepancy.