Project Manager

Under the general direction of Collins + Co.'s executive leadership team, the Project Manager serves as the operational lead across all client accounts, ensuring work is delivered efficiently, on time, and within scope.This role is responsible for translating client needs into clear, executable plans, managing workflows across departments, and maintaining alignment between teams, timelines, and budgets. The Project Manager plays a critical role in protecting team capacity, maintaining process integrity, and driving overall agency performance.This position also includes the opportunity to mentor junior team members and help shape the future of Collins + Co.'s project management function.Reporting + Delivery HealthEmpowered PTO for work-life balanceAnnual bonus based on performanceRemote-friendly work environmentHealth, vision, and dental insuranceSTD, LTD, and life insuranceSimple IRA plan with 3% company matchEight (8) weeks fully paid parental leaveOwn end-to-end execution of client deliverables across all assigned accountsBuild and manage detailed project timelines, workflows, and dependenciesEnsure all work is delivered on time, on brief, and within scopeIdentify risks early and proactively adjust plans to maintain delivery standardsAct as the central point of intake for all client work, ensuring proper planning before executionWorkflow + Process ManagementStructure and manage all projects within Asana (or equivalent platform)Ensure work flows through the proper sequence from intake to deliveryEliminate ad hoc or unscoped requests from entering productionEstablish and maintain clear workflows that reduce inefficiencies and reworkEnforce production readiness standards, ensuring all assets, copy, and specifications are finalized before work beginsScope + Budget OversightMonitor scope across all active projects to ensure alignment with contractsPartner with Account Leads to manage and push back on out-of-scope requestsTrack hours against deliverables and flag overages proactivelySupport overall account profitability by maintaining scope discipline and efficient deliveryResource + Capacity ManagementCollaborate with department leads to align workloads with team capacityAnticipate bandwidth constraints and adjust timelines accordinglyEnsure balanced distribution of work across teamsEscalate resourcing challenges before they impact deliveryCross-Functional CollaborationAlign design, social, PR, and content teams around clear priorities and deliverablesRemove ambiguity around timelines, ownership, and expectationsEnsure all teams are working cohesively toward shared client goalsCollaborate closely with leadership to continuously improve internal processesLead project kickoffs and key internal meetings with clear structure and outcomesProvide concise, actionable recaps and next stepsImprove team efficiency by reducing unnecessary meetings through better planningEnsure the right stakeholders are engaged at the right timeKey ResponsibilitiesLead weekly delivery reviews focused on project status, risks,and upcoming deadlinesMaintain a real-time view of account and project healthIdentify and elevate issues quickly, offering solutions andnext stepsSupport internal reporting on delivery performance andteam utilizationQualifications3–6+ years of project management experience within a creative, marketing, or agency environmentProven ability to manage multiple complex, fast-pacedprojects simultaneouslyExperience working with cross-functional teams (design, social, content, PR)Strong proficiency in project management tools (Asana orsimilar platforms)Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail andfollow-throughConfident communicator with the ability to manage up, down, and across teamsAbility to balance client needs with internal team capacity and agency goalsProactive problem-solver who anticipates challenges andbrings solutionsKey Traits for SuccessOperationally minded with a strong sense of ownershipComfortable creating structure in fast-paced, evolving environmentsConfident in managing scope and pushing back when necessaryClear, direct communicator who reduces ambiguityFocused on both team efficiency and client satisfaction#J-18808-Ljbffr