Project Manager, Ogilvy Health

Ogilvy•Parsippany, NJ

1d•$60,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Project Management Office at Ogilvy Health is responsible for project execution, process improvement, budget management and resource management across the agency. Our Project Management team helps to assemble and lead interdisciplinary teams, ensure adherence to workflow, schedules, and budgets, and deliver with excellence for our clients. We are looking for a Project Manager to join a large-scale healthcare AOR account. The successful PM is a creative problem solver, understands and champions agency process, and thrives in a team environment.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of agency project management experience, specifically within healthcare marketing and communications
Strong PM and Production knowledge across multiple tactic types
Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Ziflow) and proficiency with MS Office Suite, Teams, etc.
Strong knowledge of digital routing and proofing systems
Financial aptitude and experience in tracking budgets, forecasting, and resource utilization
Outstanding communication skills (written, verbal, presentation) and interpersonal skills
Superior organizational skills, detail-oriented, with strong time management
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and solutions-oriented mindset
Proven proactive drive with demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

Launch experience a plus

Responsibilities

Owns and manages mid-complexity, multi-channel projects from initiation to completion, providing strategic direction and vision.
Develops and manages comprehensive project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans using agency tools and project management software.
Leads day-to-day project execution, collaborating with junior and senior PM team members, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Proactively identifies and mitigates project risks and challenges, escalating issues and proposing solutions as needed.
Conducts regular status meetings, effectively communicates project updates, and ensures alignment on deliverables and timelines.
Proactively identify and resolve conflicts or roadblocks that may hinder project success.
Leads with vision and drive.
Manages project financials for projects, tracking spend against budget and taking corrective action to achieve revenue targets.
Participates in weekly finance meetings, providing insights into project performance, monthly forecasting and resource utilization.
Cultivates strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
Leads and motivates project teams, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
Identifies and proposes solutions to project or client challenges, working effectively with internal stakeholders.
Demonstrates initiative by suggesting improvements to agency and team processes.
Supports junior team members by providing guidance, training and assistance.
Clearly articulates project vision, goals, and updates to diverse audiences, including team members, clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
Adapts communication style (written, verbal, presentations) to effectively resonate with different audiences and mediums.
Proactively keeps all stakeholders informed of project progress, deadlines, and any potential roadblocks.
Fosters a team environment built on open communication, trust, and mutual respect.