Project Management Expert

NielsenIQ; Washington (District of Columbia, CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Job summary

NielsenIQ is seeking a detail‑oriented Project Manager to organize market research studies in a fast‑paced environment. You will act as the liaison between commercial teams, internal groups, and external vendors to ensure high‑quality data collection from kickoff through fieldwork closure.

Responsibilities include designing surveys, coordinating translations, setting up online studies, and monitoring progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the commercial team on study objectives and client requirements for survey execution.
• Set up high-quality questionnaires, coordinate translations, and perform quality checks before field launch.
• Create online study setups using data platform software.
• Act as the main point of contact for survey setup, test product logistics, concept handling, and data collection.
• Coordinate and document all study information, deadlines, and changes while managing timelines and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor live studies daily, troubleshoot issues, escalate at‑risk projects promptly, and ensure projects are completed on time.
• Work directly with third‑party vendors to manage sampling requirements and ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide feedback and maintain accurate metrics for vendor performance tracking.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and quality, including questionnaire review, translation validation, data quality checks, issue identification, reporting, and workflow automation.
• Continuously identify opportunities to integrate AI into workflows to improve efficiency, scalability, and project outcomes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi‑tasking

Problem solving

Collaboration

English fluency

Independent worker

Fast paced environment

Organization

AI capabilities

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

PMs are responsible for ensuring that market research projects are set up and run smoothly. The PM acts as a liaison between the commercial team, internal departments, and external suppliers to execute high-quality consumer data collection for research studies. Ownership of a study starts at client lockdown and continues until fieldwork is closed.

In this role, the use of AI-enabled tools and technologies is expected as a core part of day‑to‑day responsibilities, supporting efficiency, quality control, data analysis, and process optimization across all stages of project execution.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Collaborate with the commercial team on study objectives and client requirements for survey execution.
• Set up high-quality questionnaires, coordinate translations, and perform quality checks before field launch.
• Create online study setups using data platform software.
• Act as the main point of contact for survey setup, test product logistics, concept handling, and data collection.
• Coordinate and document all study information, deadlines, and changes while managing timelines and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor live studies daily, troubleshoot issues, escalate at‑risk projects promptly, and ensure projects are completed on time.
• Work directly with third‑party vendors to manage sampling requirements and ensure compliance with standards. Provide feedback and maintain accurate metrics for vendor performance tracking.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and quality, including (but not limited to) questionnaire review, translation validation, data quality checks, issue identification, reporting, and workflow automation.
• Continuously identify opportunities to integrate AI into workflows to improve efficiency, scalability, and project outcomes.

Requirements & Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Multi‑tasking skills.
• Problem‑solving and process improvement skills.
• Ability to collaborate and negotiate to attain alignment across teams and internal clients.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint experience.
• Fluent communication in English – written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and field operations effectively.
• Comfortable using AI‑powered tools and technologies as part of daily work; ability to learn and adapt to new AI capabilities quickly.
• Strong critical thinking skills to validate AI‑generated outputs and ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with research standards.

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1–2 years of professional experience in research & project management.
• Ability to handle stress well and maintain a positive, flexible attitude.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work individually as well as in a team environment.

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Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job‑related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state‑of‑the‑art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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