Our global client is searching for a seasoned andexperienced Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager isresponsible for the successful delivery of large-scale client engagementsand / or multiple smaller engagements across multiple accounts.
This will includeestablishing a consistent delivery methodology on accounts to which he / she isassigned, implementing industry accepted best practices, and overall helping toshape the direction and tenor of accounts to which he / she is assigned from adelivery standpoint.
This role will grow as the needs of the business grow.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with ability to sell solutions to senior management within a client organization
Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills (able to lead client meetings with senior personnel; able to create and deliver persuasive presentations, etc.)
Able to effectively lead and motivate large multi-disciplinary project teams
Able to effectively manage project / program P&L (which requires a comprehensive understanding of financial and operational metrics and levers)
Work with the Group Director, Project Management and other Interactive delivery team members on process improvements, and other initiatives designed to improve the effectiveness and quality of Interactive delivery within the agency
Able to build strong relationships within client organizations through quality work and thought leadership
Able to manage multiple projects as one cohesive client program; creating efficiencies and economies for both client and Agency
Able to effectively balance client s needs and priorities with Agency needs and priorities; able to influence client decisions
Able to work effectively with partners to deliver an overall solution to the client
Strong project management skills and experience, including : Budget / schedule development and management / oversight, Resource management and forecasting, Task and delivery management, Risk identification and management, leadership, teambuilding, and team management
Demonstrated ability to apply concepts in strategy, marketing, advertising, e-business, media, and brand management
Strong Negotiation skills (especially contract negotiations) with both clients and partners
Experience with process definition and the ability to define solutions that will generate measurable results for the client
Experience in internet development and / or software and system development
Bachelor's degree required