Associate Director, Project Management

dentsu; Toronto; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Associate Director, Project Management, where you will oversee project management processes, lead a team, and enhance delivery efficiency. This remote-friendly role requires strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple projects and mentor team members effectively.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

RRSP

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in digital media/marketing/analytics in a project management role.
• 3+ years leading a PMO or a team of project managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO under the guidance of the PMO Director.
• Manage integrated project plans to help clients achieve strategic goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on complex projects.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Leadership

Job description

Join to apply for the Associate Director, Project Management role at dentsu.

This role is remote-friendly.

An Associate Director on the Merkle | Cardinal Path Project Management team is responsible for thought leadership and governance of our Project Management department. You will work cross-departmentally to improve the quality and efficiency of delivery. The Associate Director collaborates closely with the director to define project reporting methodology, organize, and mentor the department.

The role involves delivering digital strategy, technology, digital media, and analytics solutions. You should be able to lead multiple projects simultaneously, possess a strong technical background, business knowledge, and project management skills. Excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with team members and clients. The Associate Director is passionate about improving processes and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the PMO under the guidance of the PMO Director.
• Provide guidance to the Senior Project Management leadership team.
• Develop strategic goals to benefit the PMO and the company.
• Support the PMO Director in developing the department roadmap and goals.
• Implement strategies to enhance methodology, tools, and processes.
• Manage integrated project plans to help clients achieve strategic goals.
• Maintain high-quality project communication with all partners.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on complex projects.
• Oversee project estimations and deliverables.
• Manage scope throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish standard reports and processes for project teams and clients.
• Report to the Senior Director, Project Management.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years’ experience in digital media/marketing/analytics in a project management role.
• Experience delivering digital media, technology, and analytics projects in an agency environment.
• Managing multi-million-dollar portfolios and project scoping experience.
• 3+ years leading a PMO or a team of project managers.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management methodology and agency practices.
• Ability to prioritize and handle incidents across the organization.

The salary range is $100,000-$115,000, based on experience and skills. Benefits include medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and others. dentsu values diversity and inclusivity and provides accommodations during the recruitment process. For accessibility needs, contact [e-mail].

Location: Vancouver

Brand: Cardinal Path

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Advertising Services