DAC

Project Manager

DAC  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

The Project Manager applies professional principles, practices, and techniques to lead project teams, control project schedule, cost, scope, risks, and quality to meet project objectives, and ensure project and data integrity is complete and accurate. This role has ultimate responsibility and accountability for assigned projects and manages all aspects of the project life cycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure.

What You’ll Do

  • Ensure all project data is complete, accurate, and up to date across all project tools. Responsible for project and task audit to ensure data completeness and accuracy.
  • Manage assigned projects & project team, ensuring that milestones and project objectives are achieved on time, on budget, and within scope; that project roadblocks are removed, and the team members are motivated to employ the organization’s project management methodology and best practice principles of collaboration, accountability, and transparency
  • Drive & govern pre-sale and post-sale processes working with stakeholders to gather and align on final outputs. Change management, communication planning, and execution.
  • Pre-sale activities include activities within the Initiation phase, including ensuring the pre-sale project tools, documents, and resources are optimal for seamless communication and quick turnarounds, supporting the brief, quote, and scoping exercises.
  • Post-sale activities include activities within the Planning phase once the SOW is signed and ensure the project plan, timeline, resources, and communication plans are activated, including the Risk Management documentation, Stakeholders Register, Lessons Learned, and supporting contracts specific to the project. Execution, Monitoring, and Controlling phase, including monitoring project profitability, resourcing, and pacing. Evaluating progress and quality, managing the issue resolution process to ensure corrective actions are taken. Closure phase, including closing off the project through document reconciliations, reporting to compare the project against its baseline objectives and goals, and performing postmortem exercises as needed.
  • Responsible for identifying and communicating risk, project logistical issues, and out-of-process scenarios; identifying solutions to meet productivity, quality, and client goals; and following escalation protocols.
  • Responsible for project health reporting and management of actioning at risk metrics according to defined process

What You Bring

  • Three (3) to Five (5) years of Project Management experience in the project management industry overseeing a range of projects ranging in size and complexity, including some related experience in the digital space.
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent college diploma with a major in computer science, finance, business administration, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Proven experience working within established project management methodologies
  • Ability to facilitate and run meetings effectively
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Professional, mature, motivated, and self-directed; Advanced time management skills
  • Mental agility, possessing the ability to manage multiple priorities and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment
  • Strong negotiation and conflict management skills; Objective, with the ability to influence individuals across the organization without direct authority
  • Team-orientated, collaborative, and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong familiarity with project management software solutions (Monday.com, HubSpot and Teams an asset)
  • Ad agency exposure, with digital environment experience, preferred.
  • Knowledge of and experience with working in agile environments.
  • Knowledge of PMI methodology; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Additional language (French, Spanish, German) is a plus.

What You’ll Get

  • Professional Growth Work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge tools in the performance marketing industry.
  • Collaborative Culture Be part of a global organization that values curiosity, transparency, and innovation.
  • Competitive Benefits
    • Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
    • Generous PTO, wellness initiatives and parental leave.
    • Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
    • A supportive, collaborative, and casual work environment.

How We Work

This role requires three in-office days per week. Remote work is not available for this position.

DAC

About DAC

Founded in 1972, DAC is an international leader in full-funnel media, mastering the art of media application from enterprise to local. As a digital-first agency with expertise across the entire media landscape, we ensure that our clients stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions that drive success.

We thrive in the evolving media environment, building on our core strengths while continuously seeking new, groundbreaking methods to serve our clients better. We help brands gain awareness and achieve performance both globally and locally through our comprehensive range of services, including paid media, SEO, content strategy, local presence management, reputation management, and data analytics. Our team of high-quality, knowledgeable professionals works in an integrated environment, leveraging unique expertise and technology to deliver powerful outcomes.

Our mission is to delight our clients with the development and delivery of top-tier solutions across all our services. At DAC, we partner with you to achieve exceptional success, driven by our dedication to your goals.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Toronto, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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