Project Manager, Marketing (Contract Talent)

Robert Half•San Ramon, CA

2d•$37 - $55

About The Position

Robert Half is hiring for a Project Manager, Marketing (Contract Talent) to join the Marketing department. The Project Manager, Marketing supports Global Portfolio Management efforts to plan, manage, and execute marketing projects and programs. This role leads project and program kick-offs, pre-planning activities, and ongoing delivery using project and productivity tools and systems. The Project Manager works in a highly matrixed environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams while adapting to evolving project management frameworks and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical discipline required.
Proven track record of leading project planning for a large organization.
5–7 years of marketing experience.
5–7 years of project leadership and/or project management experience.
At least one year of experience serving in a ScrumLead role for a software development team practicing Scrum principles.
Exceptional project and program management skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to think critically and strategically and connect complex information.
Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of urgency and personal motivation.
Ability to adapt, flex, and remain effective in ambiguous environments.
Excellent collaboration, communication, and facilitation skills.
Strong conflict resolution and situational awareness capabilities.
Ability to influence, empower teams, and increase transparency.
Familiarity with Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, XP, Crystal, and FDD.
Knowledge of Scrum techniques such as burndown methodologies, retrospectives, and defect handling.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project management tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the Portfolio in managing Global Portfolio Management efforts.
Leads, manages, and conducts project and program kick-offs and pre-project or pre-program planning activities.
Manages all project and program-related efforts within project management tools.
Develops project plans, timelines, resource plans, and budgets to ensure delivery of critical milestones, outcomes, and results.
Ensures plans are coordinated with other planning functions across the enterprise.
Identifies and analyzes strategic alternatives and provides recommendations to marketing management.
Ensures process consistency, data integrity, and decision quality to support portfolio management.
Guides project teams on Agile and Scrum practices and values to support effective delivery.
Facilitates discussions, decision-making, and conflict resolution within project teams.
Supports teams in self-organizing to address gaps within Agile and Scrum frameworks.
Applies knowledge of multiple project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
Serves in a ScrumLead capacity, as required, supporting teams practicing Scrum principles.
Understands business and technical processes and documents business and technical requirements.
Develops and maintains process workflows and system documentation.
Connects business objectives with technical execution to support successful outcomes.
Works effectively in a matrix environment and navigates ambiguity.
Adapts quickly to change and functions effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Manages stakeholders effectively with political awareness and strong collaboration skills.
Demonstrates a high degree of ownership, integrity, and accountability.