SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER / SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Spherion; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Marketing Project Manager to drive end-to-end campaigns for a premier digital agency serving skilled trades and vocational training clients. This on-site role requires leadership of cross-functional teams across creative, digital, and production from scoping to delivery.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 7–10 years in project management within agency settings, with PMP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• PMP certification required or equivalent credential.
• 7–10 years of project management experience in marketing/agency settings.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across creative, digital, production, and account services.
• Proficient in ClickUp and MS Office.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Communications or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of multiple client projects across digital, creative, production, and event/trade show initiatives.
• Build and track project plans, timelines, budgets, and resources while monitoring profitability and margins.
• Serve as primary liaison between clients and internal teams, leading status meetings and resolving scheduling risks.
• Manage third-party vendors and outsourced-service relationships to ensure quality delivery.
• Mentor junior project coordinators and drive process improvements to speed delivery and margins.
• Collaborate with account management on scoping, cost estimates, and proposals.

Skills

PMP certification

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or related field

Tools

ClickUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

Drive the end-to-end execution and profitability of multi-channel marketing campaigns for a premier digital agency specializing in skilled trades and vocational training. This on-site role leads cross-functional teams spanning creative, digital, and production to deliver impactful results for a growing portfolio of service-based clients.

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

What's in it for You?

• Competitive Pay & Bonus: Base salary of $85,000 to $105,000, commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full health, dental, and vision insurance alongside a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Perks & Development: Paid vacation, paid holidays, and reimbursement for professional development and certifications.

Responsibilities:

• Plan & Execute: Own the full lifecycle of multiple concurrent client projects across digital, creative, production, and event/trade show initiatives from scoping through delivery.
• Manage & Track: Build and track project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations while monitoring profitability, labor utilization, and margin goals.
• Liaise & Resolve: Serve as the primary point of contact between clients and internal teams, leading status meetings and proactively resolving scheduling conflicts or risks.
• Oversee & Coordinate: Manage third-party vendors and outsourced-service relationships to ensure quality and seamless delivery.
• Mentor & Optimize: Guide junior project coordinators and drive internal process improvements to increase delivery speed and project margins.
• Partner & Estimate: Collaborate with account management on project scoping, cost estimates, and proposal development for new and expanding client engagements.

Working hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:

• Certifications: PMP certification or an equivalent project management credential.
• Industry Background: Experience working with service-based, lead-generation-driven clients in vocational training, skilled trades, healthcare, or financial services.
• Production Knowledge: Familiarity with print production, signage, promotional products, trade shows, and fulfillment/logistics operations.
• Systems Experience: Working knowledge of CRM and ERP platforms.

Education:

• Bachelors

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Experience:

• 7-10 years

Qualifications:

• Agency Experience: 7+ years of project management experience, with the majority spent inside a marketing, advertising, or integrated marketing services agency.
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated track record of owning project budgets and overall campaign profitability beyond basic timeline tracking.
• Leadership: Proven ability coordinating cross-functional teams spanning creative, digital, production, and account services.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on proficiency with ClickUp and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].