Senior Project Manager

Colle McVoy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness options

Agency perks

Job summary

Colle McVoy in Minneapolis is seeking a Senior Project Manager who is curious, operationally minded, and a problem-solver who connects departments to scope and manage complex projects from start to finish. This client-facing role requires clear communication across internal teams, clients and partners to ensure on-time delivery.

You will lead teams, develop plans, manage budgets and risks, and mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience.
• 4+ years of experience in a project management capacity, preferably within the advertising or creative industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution & Delivery: lead internal and client teams through complex projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Partnership & Team Collaboration: build relationships with cross-discipline leads and guide strategy and execution.
• Scoping, Budgeting & Financial Management: define deliverables, timelines, budgets, and manage scope changes.
• Growth, Innovation & Continuous Improvement: pursue leadership and operational excellence, integrate AI technologies.
• Operational Leadership & Process Optimization: design and roll out new processes and resource planning models.

Skills

Digital proficiency

Efficiency

Problem solving

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Jargon translation

Process development

AI integration

Adobe Workfront

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Colle McVoy

Colle McVoy is a full-service, certified B Corp agency building enduring relationships between forward-thinking brands and people. For more than 90 years, we've reinvented ourselves to meet the changing needs of brands and the people they serve. We believe the strongest ideas begin with a deep understanding of people, creating ideas that build brands, influence decisions and move culture.

Recognized as a Fast Company Most Innovative Company, Adweek Midsize Agency of the Year, Ad Age A-List honoree, SABRE Disruptive Agency of the Year and a Best Place to Work for 15 consecutive years, Colle McVoy brings together the right people, perspectives and expertise to solve modern business challenges. Our connected capabilities span brand and influencer strategy, design, experiential, social, content, media and earned creative/PR.

As part of DonerColle Partners, a strategic alliance with Doner, Colle McVoy extends its connected capabilities through expanded strategy, creative, media, production and AI-powered innovation to help brands win between the coasts.

Job Overview

Senior Project Manager

As a Senior Project Manager you are inherently curious, operationally minded, and a quintessential problem-solver who likes connecting dots. You will collaborate across all departments to scope and manage complex projects from start to finish for all types of projects. This position will lead and motivate project teams, making timely decisions to ensure project success while remaining on-time and on-budget. This client-facing role will require effective communication to ensure expectations are clearly communicated across internal teams, clients and business partners.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution & Delivery
• Strategically lead internal and client teams through the execution of multiple complex projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality work on time and on budget.
• Drive integration, cohesion, and efficiency across projects and accounts, identifying opportunities to strengthen output and streamline delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans and timelines autonomously, offering a clear point of view on approach, priorities, and account roadmaps.
• Anticipate what’s ahead — proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities to pivot in real time to keep projects on track.
• Lead project communications by effectively sharing updates, changes, risks, and budget status with both internal and client teams.
• Partnership & Team Collaboration
• Partner closely with the Associate PM Director, Account Director, Group Account Director, and day-to-day clients to ensure project and account success.
• Build strong relationships with cross-discipline leads to guide project strategy and execution.
• Lead and motivate internal teams by removing roadblocks, fostering collaboration, and keeping all partners aligned on goals and next steps.
• Schedule and lead team meetings with clear agendas, active facilitation, and accountability to outcomes.
• Coach and mentor Project Management team members to strengthen department capability and foster growth.
• Scoping, Budgeting & Financial Management
• Lead and facilitate scoping workshops with clients and internal teams to define deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Drive the creation of accurate and strategically sound Fee and OOP estimates, offering creative solutions to meet client and agency needs.
• Ensure alignment between Scopes of Work, financial models, and estimates; proactively manage scope changes and identify solutions early.
• Monitor financial performance across projects and accounts, maintaining a clear view of current and projected burn.
• Pull and analyze financial reports (e.g., Maconomy burn data) to inform decisions and initiate timely budget discussions internally and with clients.
• Partner with Account and Finance teams to manage revenue recognition, forecast accuracy, and profitability across projects.
• Growth, Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Actively pursue opportunities to expand leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise within the project management discipline.
• Integrate and advocate for emerging AI technologies to drive automation, innovation, and operational excellence within project management workflows.
• Mentor peers and junior team members in best practices and evolving tools to elevate department-wide performance.
• Operational Leadership & Process Optimization
• Champion agency-wide operational excellence by identifying process improvements, tools, and best practices that enhance efficiency and delivery quality.
• Partner with Operations leadership to design, test, and roll out new operational processes and resource planning models.
• Contribute to broader organizational initiatives that support continuous improvement, scalability, and business growth.
  

Required Skills

• Digital proficiency and a curiosity for emerging technologies
• Thrive on efficiency and organization
• Excel in problem solving and collaboration with internal teams and clients
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong financial acumen skills
• Ability to translate production and technical jargon into layperson’s terms
• Experience in process development and training
• Integrate emerging AI technologies into daily workflows to support innovation, automation, and operational excellence
• Proficiency in Adobe Workfront is nice to have
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
• 4+ years of experience in a project management capacity, preferably within the advertising or creative industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to travel as needed
  
  

At the time of posting, the base salary for this position ranges from $75,000 to $95,000. Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness options, agency perks, and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.

About Colle Mcvoy

Colle McVoy is a full-service, certified B Corp agency building enduring relationships between forward-thinking brands and people. For more than 90 years, we've evolved alongside the brands and people we serve. We believe the strongest ideas begin with a deep understanding of people, creating work that builds brands, influences decisions and moves culture.

Recognized as an Adweek Agency of the Year, Ad Age A-List Standout Agency and a Fast Company Most Innovative Company, we partner with iconic brands including 3M, Dairy Queen, McCormick & Company, Perdue Farms, Revlon, Target, U.S. Bank and more. Our connected capabilities bring together strategy, creative, design, experiential, social, content, media and earned creative/PR.

As part of DonerColle Partners, a strategic alliance with Doner, we extend those capabilities through expanded production, AI-powered innovation and integrated expertise to help brands win between the coasts. For more information, visit collemcvoy.com and donercolle.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.