Digital & Insights Project Lead — Strategy to Delivery

FTI Consulting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 141,500; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a talented, versatile Project Manager to join our team in Chicago or nearby offices. The role focuses on translating complex requirements into clear plans, managing website projects, digital campaigns, and creative production from kickoff to delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of experience, strong leadership, and the ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution, collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver high-impact outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of project management, content production, technical strategy, and/or digital strategy experience, ideally with direct experience working with creative teams.
• Proven track record managing multiple complex projects and teams simultaneously, including mentoring junior staff.
• Knowledge of content management systems (Drupal, WordPress, etc.) and proficiency in Asana or similar project management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent projects - spanning website builds, digital campaigns, and creative production - from initial briefing to final delivery
• Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines that align execution with client goals and business objectives, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks
• Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison between clients, internal teams, and stakeholders, translating strategic goals into clear, actionable plans and providing updates throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage project budgets and resources, and provide strategic input into the scoping, budgeting, and roll-out of client initiatives
• Maintain and evolve internal workflows and project management systems, and run analytics to monitor and report on project performance
• Contribute to new business pursuits, helping craft approaches, budgets, and scopes
• Mentor and guide junior team members, supporting their growth and development
• Maintain awareness of current industry trends, technical solutions, and best practices

Skills

Project management

Content production

Digital strategy

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Asana

Drupal

WordPress

Google Analytics

Job description

FTI Consulting is seeking a talented, versatile Project Manager to join our team in Chicago or nearby offices. The role focuses on translating complex requirements into clear plans, managing website projects, digital campaigns, and creative production from kickoff to delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of experience, strong leadership, and the ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution, collaborating with clients and internal teams to deliver high-impact outcomes.