Project Director

We Are Social
New York, NY
Job Description
Role Overview

We are looking for a Project Director to join our Agency Delivery and Operations department. This role is a hybrid of strategic leadership and tactical execution. You will oversee project management teams, drive operational excellence, and ensure the agency is resourced for success.

What You Will Do

Act as a hands-on, senior-level project manager for select, high-priority accounts, oversee and mentor project managers, and create best-in-class project management processes.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will join a global agency dedicated to generating buzzworthy ideas for leading brands, while helping shape the operational backbone of our delivery teams.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in project management with a strong focus on agency operations, team management, resourcing, and process development
  • Proven track record of managing, mentoring, and developing junior project management staff
  • Deeply familiar with agency turn-around times, resourcing, and ways of working
  • Highly proficient with Google Suite and Slack, and an expert in project management tools
  • Strong understanding and experience in forecasting and managing complex project financials and portfolio budgets
  • Knowledgeable on social platforms formats and guidelines
  • Confident, collaborative and positive with a ‘can-do’ attitude
  • Proactive in providing solutions when challenges are identified
  • Detail-oriented and takes responsibility for fulfilling all components of team deliverables
  • Working knowledge of A.I. tools and functions and previously implemented AI into your daily work

Benefits

  • Passport program to work from one of 18 other offices worldwide
  • Snacks
  • Celebrations of wins and losses
  • Carbon offsets and community kitchens
  • Flexible work arrangements
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