Grizzly is an independent creative agency. We guide brands onward to challenge convention and impact culture. We work at the convergence of branding and advertising blending strategy design and storytelling to build deeper connections between brands and people.
We partner with brands pioneering new futures. The trailblazers. The visionaries. The courageous. The businesses of tomorrow that believe in a better world and are hell-bent on building it. Adventurous Brands create and lead categories secure the worlds work and change how we live. We put creativity to work for business because we believe the most innovative brands have the power to affect just about anything. They challenge convention impact culture and forge connections. We help them navigate an increasingly complex and challenging world. This is how we guide brands onward.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing the successful delivery of client work at Grizzly. The primary function of the role is to drive quality client outcomes in alignment with established scopes timelines and budgets for multiple concurrent projects while incorporating Grizzly standards and processes. You will collaborate closely with project team members and the leadership team to ensure excellence in delivery and execution.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning
Create detailed project plans and task breakdowns with input from team members and leadership
Develop budgets work and resourcing plans and realistic timetables
Establish clear goals and provide accountability through reporting analytics and optimized strategies
Define project scopes and write proposals; partner with Producers to create specifications and schedules
Project Management
Serve as day-to-day manager for client projects ensuring successful execution from start to finish
Own task assignments and proactively remove blockers
Track project budgets and scopes flagging risks and managing mitigation plans
Deliver fixed price retainer and other projects within timeline and budget constraints
Ensure rigorous QA and end-to-end quality control across all deliverables
Maintain resource forecasts in agency tools and adjust planning as needed
Client Engagement
Participate in client meetings and written updates; manage scope and expectations
Understand client business goals and provide insights to help meet those objectives
Act as a consistent point of contact and trusted partner to clients
Deliver verbal and written feedback to project team members; escalate misalignments when needed
Facilitate discovery sessions and translate requirements into executable project plans
Support account teams in developing scopes of work following discovery phases
Qualifications
3-5 years experience in project management and/or account management for integrated brand and digital communications
Proven success managing client work in a creative or agency environment
Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environmentFamiliarity with all functional agency departments and processes
Understanding of industries and markets with experience tailoring solutions
Experience with delivering full-scope web projects for enterprise clients preferred
Consultative client-first approach and a collaborative team mindset
Work Requirements
Must be located within a one-hour drive of San Diego CA
Flexibility with schedule to meet client commitments
Domestic and international travel may be required
Disclaimer
The above job description outlines the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Employees will be expected to perform additional job-related duties as requested by their supervisor in compliance with applicable laws.
All job requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Employment remains at-will and may be modified based on business needs.
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