Director, Project Management, Communications/Advertising

Porter Novelli is a global communication company with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Toronto. In a shifting landscape of audience power, our global network of sharp minds leverages our world-class smart data as we decode change, navigate culture, and deepen authenticity to unlock value for our clients. We believe that our culture is the beating heart of Porter Novelli. We have cultivated a vibrant environment where individuals come together to form a dynamic and supportive community. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member brings to the table. 

The Role

Porter Novelli is currently seeking a DIRECTOR, Project Management to join the PMO team to work closely with team members in cross-functional teams, as well as report to the VP, Head of Project Management. This person will need to have a knack for keeping projects on time, on budget and to the scope + has a great sense to operationalize client accounts. Scopes can vary from medium to high complexity.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Define and support cross-functional teams on roles and responsibilities (RACI and/or RAPID) processes, and templates.
• Manages projects with internal and external partners focusing on balancing quality, cost and timing while exceeding client expectations.
• Manages project deliverables across multiple work streams and independently prioritize across multiple accounts and portfolios.
• Set expectations at the beginning of a project and/or financial process. As any issues arise, proactively find solutions without compromising quality, team morale, or budget.
• Partners with internal finance team, the client finance and/or client procurement teams on overall financial management of the client (SOW development; monitoring and tracking deliverables and budgets; budget/staffing forecasting; change management and reporting).
• Defines areas of focus/opportunity supported by past historical knowledge, develop solutions, identify owners, set delivery/completion dates, and set up mechanisms to ensure programs are on track.
• Works with Project Management tools to develop and improve processes.
• Negotiate conflict, manage differences of opinion, and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates strong, professional work ethic and financial acumen.
• Can independently put Standard Operating Procedures together and communicate them out with account leadership.
• Can participate and lead in special projects as needed.
• Be a proactive, agile and solution oriented.
• Has managed a team of 1-2 direct reports in the PMO function.

 The Experience That Will Contribute To Your Success

• 10+ years of Project Management experience, preferably a communications agency.
• Expert skills in scoping, pricing, and timeline development for complex, agile programs. Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively with established deadlines and pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to build cooperative, effective relationships, facilitate communication and understanding among professionals across multiple levels. The ability to build consensus, anticipate problems and difficult situations, and develop workable strategies and solutions.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrates accountability, curiosity and collaboration.
• Proficient in collaboration tools such as Microsoft Products, Smartsheets and HIVE.
  

The anticipated salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available.  Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

As an Omnicom company, Porter Novelli offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees:

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k (with discretionary employer match)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• 14.5 Paid Company Holidays 
• Parental Leave
• Family Forming Benefits
• Wellness Benefit
• Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)

Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual's ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.