AbelsonTaylor Group
Associate Director Project Management
AbelsonTaylor Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
At AbelsonTaylor Group,
work that makes you feel good
isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. We create an environment where creativity thrives, teamwork flourishes, and inclusivity is a way of life. Here, you’ll help propel brands that inspire health and brighter futures, with support, inspiration, and growth opportunities to reach your potential. We are seeking an
Associate Director Project Management
to join our team. The role provides leadership to brand projects, typically one large brand or two smaller ones, and is accountable for the effective day-to-day operations of the project management function, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and with quality. You will work with Account Management leads to meet client needs and ensure a cohesive client service experience. You will guide, support, and counsel the PMs and Associate Project Managers assigned to their brands. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary toward a healthier, happier world.
What You'll Do
Project Leadership:
Lead highly visible and complex projects requiring unique technology, processes, or workflows. Develop timelines, estimates, and scenarios. Monitor and adjust workflows and resources to optimize efficiency. Team Oversight:
Supervise Associate Project Managers on routing, approval processes, and documentation of client changes. Escalate issues as needed. Budget and Timeline Management:
Manage budgets and timelines, monitor scope progress, estimate changes, and communicate overages to internal and client teams. Client and Partner Engagement:
Lead discussions with clients, partner agencies, and third parties on deliverables and scope changes. Provide insights related to estimates and budgets. Reporting and Documentation:
Develop and review conference reports and meeting recaps. Lead project close-out meetings and provide recommendations for optimization. Risk Management:
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks; collaborate with account, creative, and other departments on escalations. SOW Development:
Collaborate to develop annual Statements of Work (SOWs) from a PM perspective, identifying assets, dependencies, resources, costs, and timelines. Financial Oversight:
Oversee client financial reporting and brand health, including monthly billing summaries and financial analyses. Technology Utilization:
Use PM software (e.g., Workamajig, Workfront, Excel) to automate tasks and promote process efficiencies; drive adoption within the PM team. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Lead internal cross-functional status meetings and share PM insights with clients as needed. New Business Participation:
Contribute to new business efforts, including developing proposed SOWs, timing, estimates, and client presentations.
Team Management and Mentorship
Lead by Example:
Be proactive, solution-oriented, and a curious learner. Team Management:
Oversee the employee lifecycle for APMs, including recruiting, onboarding, training, development, and performance reviews. Address HR needs and escalate as required. Hire, Coach, and Develop Team Members:
Assign projects to balance workloads and challenge skills to showcase agency capabilities. Provide Regular Feedback:
Offer formal and informal feedback to help grow skills and progress in craft. Team Evaluations:
Participate in performance reviews and coach for growth plans. Foster Psychological Safety:
Encourage participation, inclusion, and diversity of perspectives on your team and throughout the agency.
What Makes You A Great Fit
Education:
Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in communications, marketing, or business administration. Experience:
7+ years in an advertising agency, particularly in account management, project management, or senior marketing roles in pharma; 2+ years of mentorship/leadership. Project Management Skills:
Proven track record in delivering best-in-class tactics; strong understanding of product lifecycle milestones. Multimedia Experience:
Experience managing projects across multiple mediums (digital, video, etc.). Critical Thinking:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Software Proficiency:
Experience with PM tools such as WMJ, Workfront, and Excel. Leadership and Communication:
Trusted leader with strong emotional intelligence; adaptable leadership style. Problem Solving:
Ability to adapt leadership style to changing priorities.
Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401k with company match Adoption Assistance – Up to $2,500 Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability Paid parental leave (4 weeks) Summer Fridays Flexible Time Off 11 holidays and year-end office closure Learning and development opportunities Wellness program
Compensation Range:
$115,000 - $130,000. The starting salary offer depends on skills, qualifications, and experience.
At AbelsonTaylor Group (ATG), we love science, art, and data. We are dedicated to our people, diversity, and inclusive growth. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without discrimination. This position follows a hybrid schedule, onsite in Chicago Tuesday–Thursday.
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At AbelsonTaylor Group,
work that makes you feel good
isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. We create an environment where creativity thrives, teamwork flourishes, and inclusivity is a way of life. Here, you’ll help propel brands that inspire health and brighter futures, with support, inspiration, and growth opportunities to reach your potential. We are seeking an
Associate Director Project Management
to join our team. The role provides leadership to brand projects, typically one large brand or two smaller ones, and is accountable for the effective day-to-day operations of the project management function, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and with quality. You will work with Account Management leads to meet client needs and ensure a cohesive client service experience. You will guide, support, and counsel the PMs and Associate Project Managers assigned to their brands. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary toward a healthier, happier world.
What You'll Do
Project Leadership:
Lead highly visible and complex projects requiring unique technology, processes, or workflows. Develop timelines, estimates, and scenarios. Monitor and adjust workflows and resources to optimize efficiency. Team Oversight:
Supervise Associate Project Managers on routing, approval processes, and documentation of client changes. Escalate issues as needed. Budget and Timeline Management:
Manage budgets and timelines, monitor scope progress, estimate changes, and communicate overages to internal and client teams. Client and Partner Engagement:
Lead discussions with clients, partner agencies, and third parties on deliverables and scope changes. Provide insights related to estimates and budgets. Reporting and Documentation:
Develop and review conference reports and meeting recaps. Lead project close-out meetings and provide recommendations for optimization. Risk Management:
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks; collaborate with account, creative, and other departments on escalations. SOW Development:
Collaborate to develop annual Statements of Work (SOWs) from a PM perspective, identifying assets, dependencies, resources, costs, and timelines. Financial Oversight:
Oversee client financial reporting and brand health, including monthly billing summaries and financial analyses. Technology Utilization:
Use PM software (e.g., Workamajig, Workfront, Excel) to automate tasks and promote process efficiencies; drive adoption within the PM team. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Lead internal cross-functional status meetings and share PM insights with clients as needed. New Business Participation:
Contribute to new business efforts, including developing proposed SOWs, timing, estimates, and client presentations.
Team Management and Mentorship
Lead by Example:
Be proactive, solution-oriented, and a curious learner. Team Management:
Oversee the employee lifecycle for APMs, including recruiting, onboarding, training, development, and performance reviews. Address HR needs and escalate as required. Hire, Coach, and Develop Team Members:
Assign projects to balance workloads and challenge skills to showcase agency capabilities. Provide Regular Feedback:
Offer formal and informal feedback to help grow skills and progress in craft. Team Evaluations:
Participate in performance reviews and coach for growth plans. Foster Psychological Safety:
Encourage participation, inclusion, and diversity of perspectives on your team and throughout the agency.
What Makes You A Great Fit
Education:
Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in communications, marketing, or business administration. Experience:
7+ years in an advertising agency, particularly in account management, project management, or senior marketing roles in pharma; 2+ years of mentorship/leadership. Project Management Skills:
Proven track record in delivering best-in-class tactics; strong understanding of product lifecycle milestones. Multimedia Experience:
Experience managing projects across multiple mediums (digital, video, etc.). Critical Thinking:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Software Proficiency:
Experience with PM tools such as WMJ, Workfront, and Excel. Leadership and Communication:
Trusted leader with strong emotional intelligence; adaptable leadership style. Problem Solving:
Ability to adapt leadership style to changing priorities.
Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401k with company match Adoption Assistance – Up to $2,500 Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability Paid parental leave (4 weeks) Summer Fridays Flexible Time Off 11 holidays and year-end office closure Learning and development opportunities Wellness program
Compensation Range:
$115,000 - $130,000. The starting salary offer depends on skills, qualifications, and experience.
At AbelsonTaylor Group (ATG), we love science, art, and data. We are dedicated to our people, diversity, and inclusive growth. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without discrimination. This position follows a hybrid schedule, onsite in Chicago Tuesday–Thursday.
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