Marketing and Communications Project Manager

Dahl Consulting; Avon (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Dahl Consulting is seeking a Marketing and Communications Project Manager for a 5-month contract in Avon, MN. The role coordinates strategic communications across internal and external teams, ensuring on-time, within-scope delivery, and alignment with organizational goals.

Expect heavy cross-functional collaboration, events, and company newsletter management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, with strong communication skills and experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Project Management, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience managing marketing, communications, events, or cross-functional business projects.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Asana or similar project management platforms.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, manage project timelines, and provide clear status reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal communications, external communications, and creative teams to define project objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
• Facilitate alignment among stakeholders regarding project scope, priorities, schedules, and expected outcomes.
• Manage multiple marketing and communications projects from planning through completion.
• Maintain and update project documentation, workflows, and process materials for efficiency.
• Schedule, coordinate, and lead project-related meetings, events, and stakeholder discussions.
• Conduct regular meetings with project and event leads to monitor progress and address challenges.
• Communicate project status updates, milestones, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders and leadership.
• Collaborate with department leadership to assess team capacity, resource allocation, tools, processes, and performance metrics.
• Create, manage, and track project tasks in Asana; ensure deadlines and resolve roadblocks.
• Oversee a portfolio including high-profile event planning and newsletter management.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Event coordination

Meetings facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Asana

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Marketing and Communications Project ManagerLocation: Avon, MNJob Type: Contract - 5 monthsIdeal Start Date: November 1, 2026Note: This position will require overtime and weekend work during February 17-25, 2027, travel to Welch, MN required teh week of February 21, exact dates TBD.Compensation: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour (W2)Industry: Construction-About the RoleOur client, a leading organization in the construction and infrastructure industry, is seeking a Marketing and Communications Project Manager to support and coordinate strategic communications initiatives across multiple teams. This role will serve as a critical liaison between internal communications, external communications, creative services, and business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.The ideal candidate is a highly organized project management professional with strong communication skills, experience managing cross-functional marketing initiatives, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position will oversee a portfolio of projects that includes high-visibility corporate events, internal communications programs, and company newsletter management.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesPartner with internal communications, external communications, and creative teams to define project objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.Facilitate alignment among stakeholders regarding project scope, priorities, schedules, and expected outcomes.Manage multiple marketing and communications projects simultaneously, ensuring successful execution from planning through completion.Maintain and update project documentation, workflows, and process materials to support operational efficiency.Schedule, coordinate, and lead project-related meetings, events, and stakeholder discussions.Conduct regular meetings with project and event leads to monitor progress and address challenges.Communicate project status updates, milestones, potential risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders and leadership.Collaborate with department leadership to assess team capacity, resource allocation, tools, processes, and performance metrics.Provide visibility into project progress, dependencies, obstacles, and overall portfolio health.Create, manage, and track project tasks within Asana, ensuring deadlines are met and roadblocks are resolved.Oversee a portfolio that includes high-profile event planning and execution.Manage company newsletter initiatives, including content collection, review processes, production coordination, and distribution activities.QualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Experience managing marketing, communications, events, or cross-functional business projects.Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.Proficiency with Asana or similar project management platforms.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to facilitate meetings, manage project timelines, and provide clear status reporting.Strong attention to detail and commitment to process improvement.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting corporate communications, brand marketing, or event management initiatives.Familiarity with internal communications programs and employee engagement campaigns.Experience managing newsletter production and distribution processes.Knowledge of artificial intelligence tools such as Microsoft Copilot or Claude.Experience working within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or related industries.Project management certification or formal project management training is a plus.BenefitsDahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/.How to ApplyTake the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps!Equal Opportunity StatementAs an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!#BP.Indeed#ZR#LI-KA1#LI-Hybrid