Senior Project Manager

Alexandria, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At SimpsonScarborough we spend our days building brands that endure inspire and elevate the all-important work of colleges and universities in shaping our future. Recognized as a leader in the higher ed marketing industry our company runs a fully remote team of approximately 65 employees coast to coast.

We are a growing team looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic new member. We expect a lot from our team members and champion their successes.

Job Requirements:

Leverage expert knowledge of project management to help clearly define project plans risks and pathways to success with a focus on complex projects that involve cross-functional teams
Perform core project management duties including developing project plans containing budget details project timeline project RACI and resource plan communicating task assignments following up on project issues and risks communicating due dates (client and internal) ensuring reviews are scheduled and occurring and leading internal calls (phase kickoffs status calls project post-mortems).
Collaborate closely with clients to understand their goals provide project updates and address any concerns or questions ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Set up andmaintainprojects in the project management system ensuring all tasks timelines and resources are accurately tracked and updated
Identifyand mitigate financial risks ensuring projects are completed within budget and maximizing profitability
Ensure deliverables are completed on time while constantly striving to improve processes to allow for more efficiency and innovation
Support the sales team in project scopingprovidingexpert insights to accurately define project requirements timelines and budgets.

Qualifications:

At least 5 years of experience as a project manager or at least 1 year in a Senior PM role within a marketing agency environment
Bachelors degree and/or any combination ofeducation and relevant work experience.
Proventrack recordof managing large-scale complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
Proficiencyin project management software ( AsanaClickUp).
Experience with project planning task management budgeting resourcing and forecasting preferably in an agency setting.
Proven ability to analyze and interpret data that will inform project and organizational decisions.
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) comfortable leading meetings across various teams and organizational levels both in person and remotely.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the proven ability to meet deadlines and independently prioritize and problem-solve while escalating deviations and changes whenappropriate.
Comfortable collaborating with remote project teams nationwide.

Salary Perks & Benefits:

Salarystarts at$80000.00andwill becommensuratewith experience.

SimpsonScarborough offers a full benefits package including nationwide health coverage dental vision employer paid life insurance flexible time off (FTO) and voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance 100% paid parental leave and a 401k with employer contribution after 90 days.
Perks include flexible work model including monthly stipend weeklong agency closures (summer and winter) and a day off for your birthday.

AtSimpsonScarborough we believe diversity equity inclusion and belonging are central to our core values cultural norms and critical to our long-term success. We believe this work is a continual effort that requires consistency intentionality vulnerability and accountability for ourselves and others. Through our efforts we strive to makeimpactin our work in our workplace and in our industry.

SimpsonScarboroughis an equal opportunity employer. We have a strict anti-harassment policy and a no tolerance non-discrimination policy. We welcome employees of all backgrounds regardless of nationality race religion gender identity veteran status and all characteristics protected by state and federal law.

Required Experience:

Senior IC