Senior Project Manager

a part of the Brandtech Group•Saint Paul, MN

55d•$89,250 - $99,750

About The Position

Working with our client , a leading global innovation company , the Senior Project Manager will head up a team of 5 + Resources and lead our senior client projects from concept to completion, providing the direction and control to do this . Reporting to the Programme Director, the Senior PM will be required to b uild strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients , and is the key communicator on the status, risks and challenges of all the project deliverables , inclusive of budget and resource.

Requirements

Excellent client engagement skills with the ability to proactively organise and influence clients and build strong and effective working relationships
Exceptional project management skills to be the product owner working with the clients
Overall responsibility for the successful initiation of the project plan and execution with stakeholders, monitoring progress, controlling deadlines and closure of the project
The ability to develop and put forward the best process in tackling data gathering and storing
The ability to host clear, efficient and productive project meetings for differing stages of the project from kick off, discovery and so on, using a project methodology
Great communication skills that are tailored for the recipients
The ability to manage and mentor junior team members
A clear understanding of all IIG group products and how to utilise this knowledge to the accounts advantage
Understanding of how to integrate with a client-side team whilst maintaining a top tier agency service
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other related software

Responsibilities

Managing projects from beginning to end with clear communication to clients on a regular basis on milestones, targets, goals and deadlines
Work in true collaboration with clients and be responsible for a seamless successful project and product as the outcome
Working as part of a team to win new business
Leading the project management team to ensure seamless processes, efficiencies and ways of working are implemented
Develop existing client relationships as part of the business pipeline
Working alongside internal and external teams
Planning social campaigns and digital projects from the initial stages through to final delivery
Acting as the lead contact for clients during projects alongside the Programme Director
Continuously assessing working methods and processes and making recommendations for improvement, there will be new processes to put in place and the Senior Project Manager role will be instrumental in this
Reviewing project resources and providing an analysis on whether they meet the demands of the project
Ensuring key Service Level Agreements are met by all parties involved
Overseeing the project’s financial budget, notifying stakeholders of key cost implications, changes to budget, spending and cost changes
Being an OMG super user, training internal team and clients