Senior Project Manager at Ogilvy & Mather

Parsippany, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Client-Facing, Process Improvement, Financial Management, Resource Management, Team Mentoring, Healthcare Marketing, Pharma Product Launch, Smartsheet, Ziflow, Digital Production, Print Production, Video Production, Forecasting, Scope Management, Critical Thinking

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

About Ogilvy Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.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. About Ogilvy Health Ogilvy Health is focused on driving superior outcomes in the ever-changing healthcare environment, an increasingly complex and evolving marketplace. We inspire brands and people to impact the world by keeping our audiences’ health and wellness needs at the center of every touchpoint. Ogilvy Health delivers insight, creativity, innovation, and engagement solutions for all healthcare stakeholders, patients, and consumers across the healthcare continuum. Through borderless creativity—operating, innovating, and creating at the intersection of talent and capabilities— Advertising, Experience, Public Relations, Health, and Consulting work fluidly across 131 offices in 93 countries to bring forth world-class creative solutions for our clients. Over the past year alone, the Ogilvy network has been recognized with the following: Global Network of the Year (Campaign) One of the “Best Places to Work” for LGBTQ+ equality (Human Right’s Council’s Corporate Equality Index) Agency Network of the Year (Clio Awards) Network of the Year (One Show) Global Network of the Year (LIA Awards) Garner Magic Quadrant Leader Most Awarded Agency (Influencer Marketing Awards) …and Ogilvy was the only agency network to secure the top rankings on both WARC’s Creative 100 and Effective 100 For more information on us, visit OgilvyHealth.com, or follow Ogilvy Health on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. 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. We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale healthcare AOR accounts, acting as a strategic problem-solver and client-facing expert. This role is crucial for independently owning brand verticals, ensuring consistent quality, process adherence and driving project success from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will possess a big-picture mindset, champion continuous process improvement and effectively mentor junior team members. What You'll Do Project Management: Independently own and manage a brand vertical, overseeing and managing the full end-to-end project lifecycle for diverse client deliverables, from strategic initiatives to complex digital and print materials. Ensure consistent quality, process adherence, and on-time, on-budget delivery that meets the highest standards. Serve as a primary client-facing expert, providing strategic guidance, managing expectations, and proactively mitigating risks and roadblocks with well-defined solutions. Leads with vision and drive. Financial Management: Manage project financials for high-complexity projects ($6MM-$10MM range), diligently tracking spend, forecasting, and ensuring revenue targets are met. Partner with Brand Managers on financial planning, scope development, project estimates, and resource forecasting to ensure financial feasibility and optimize resource allocation. Oversee scope changes and their financial impact, leading finance meetings, reviewing trackers, and monitoring actuals. Team Development & Operational Excellence: Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment; mentor and develop junior PM team members, providing guidance, training, and support for creative problem-solving and process adherence. Drive operational efficiency and continuous process improvements, identifying areas for optimization and contributing to the development of more efficient workflows. Partner with Account teams to create brand Gantt charts, develop launch plans, and manage resource allocation documentation for successful project delivery. What You’ll Need Experience: 4-6 years of agency project management experience, specifically within healthcare marketing and communications (Pharma advertising required). Proven cross-functional team leadership and Pharma Product Launch experience. Technical & Financial Acumen: Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Ziflow) and proficiency with MS Office Suite, Teams, etc. Thorough knowledge of multi-channel projects (digital, print, video production) and agency delivery processes. Strong financial aptitude with experience in financial management tools, forecasting, and resource planning. Skills & Competencies: 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. Strong leadership, proactive drive, and ability to make decisive, informed decisions. 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. #LI-SP1 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, click here for more details. Pay Range $60,000—$140,000 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 accommodations@ogilvy.com. 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.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager will independently own and manage a brand vertical, overseeing the full project lifecycle from strategic initiatives to complex digital and print deliverables, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. This role involves serving as the primary client-facing expert, providing strategic guidance, managing expectations, and leading financial oversight for high-complexity projects.