Project Manager

GREY; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GREY, part of WPP, is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate all project execution across TV, Digital, Print, and Mobile for assigned brands. You will serve as the main hub of communication, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations and budgets under 1M.

A proactive problem-solving mindset and collaboration with cross-functional teams are required. The role emphasizes managing timelines, resources, and risks, with a base salary range and a hybrid in-office work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience within Advertising or a related industry.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent language and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the project plan and work with discipline leads to execute plans.
• Manage schedules, budgets, assets, and overall project organization to ensure deliverables.
• Plan and prioritize all deliverables across projects based on scope and goals.
• Monitor risks and scope creep; identify and address potential problems.
• Develop timelines with input from relevant departments.
• Update timelines with changes and keep accurate records.
• Identify client needs and link solutions to objectives.
• Manage client expectations and solicit feedback.
• Assist in developing and tracking integrated project plans with Senior PMs.
• Prepare submissions for projects.
• Remind team of due dates and escalate shifts.
• Review weekly estimates vs actuals and submit timesheets.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Organization

Prioritization

Job description

At GREY, part of WPP, we create Famously Effective ideas that move people, business, and the world forward – harnessing the power of creativity to solve business problems – for the world’s most influential brands. Our core values – creativity, unity, empathy, and service – power the work we do in each of our 25+ studios across six continents.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unitecutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counselin a single company –powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Project Manager has the primary responsibility to coordinate the execution of all projects (TV, Digital, Print, Mobile, etc.) for all assigned brands. This position is the hub of communication for the teamregardingall project deliverables. The Project Manager is an enthusiastic problem solver and thrives on being engaged at all levels of the project. As the key point of contact for both the client and the project team, the Project Manager plays a pivotal role in the success of an engagement.You willbe responsible forprojects each with budgets less than1mmand ensuring that the team delivering the work has everything they need to make Famously Effective work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for developing and managing the project plan and working with discipline leads and project teams to execute on plans.
• Manage schedules, budgets, assets, and overall project organization to ensure requirements and projectdeliverablesdates are clearly communicated,understoodand executed upon.
• Effectively and efficiently plan and prioritize all deliverables and resources working across project(s) based on scope of work and project goals.
• Activelymonitorproject risks and scope creep to foresee/identify potential problems and proactivelyidentifysolutions to address them in advance.
• Develop timelines with input from relevant departments.
• Update timelines based on client and/or internal changes, keepingaccuratetimelines throughout the life of the job.
• Consistentlyidentifyneeds that clients may not recognize and ensure approaches and solutions are linked toobjectivesand future needs.
• Consistently manage client expectations, ensure delivery of the highest quality service, andsolicitand act on client feedback.
• Assistin the development and tracking of integrated project plans alongside Senior Project Managers.
• Prepare submissions for projects.
• Remind team members of upcoming due dates and alert the key partners should if dates shift along the life cycle of the task.
• Review weekly estimates v. actuals and submit accurate timesheetson a daily basis.
• Coordinate and run weekly statusmeetingand provide day-to-day project status to the team.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Proven project management, time management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to efficiently handle multipletasks
• High levelof language and communication skills as well as an interest in high science
• 3-5 years’ experience withinAdvertising or related industry

WHO YOU ARE

• Creative: Putting together two things to create a third thingno one’sever seen before
• Productive: Acting on ideas to make things happen and get stuff done
• Collaborative: Focused on the greater good versus personal gain
• Adaptable: Ready and able to embrace change

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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details.

Pay Range

$45,000 - $100,000 USD

We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

GREY is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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