Project Manager

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Wildtype is a sister agency of Remedy Edge within Omnicom Health. This position may appear under Remedy Edge for application purposes; however the role is exclusively with Wildtype.

Wildtype runs like no other. As the most Agile full-service agency in healthcare we arent beholden to ritual. Powered by diverse ideas knowledge and people our unique creative process is a force of nature removing obstacles between brand and growth in wild new ways.

YOU ARE THE DISRUPTION DRIVERYouve always understood that to be disruptive is better than to be conventional. To pursue challenges is more admirable than to be complacent. You dont settle and you wont let your team or your clients accept less than the best that their capabilities allow. And you routinely remind them that whats possible should never be underestimated.

The status quo exists to be examined and defied. You build strong relationships with your clients and help them to embrace this idea and realize the true potential of their brands. You refuse to accept this is how weve always done it and push instead for how has it never been done You establish new models and approaches that introduce unexpected solutions to brand challenges. And your leadership gives your team and your clients the confidence to reach outside the familiar.

Title: PROJECT MANAGER

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YOU ARE THE REALITY CHECK

The center of gravity on every project grounding your team and guiding them toward success. Youre courageous and steadfast when it comes to whats best for your colleagues and you have an innate ability to balance their needs with the demands of the business.

Youre a strategic problem solver with a track record of spotting solutions where others see only obstacles. You enjoy seeking out opportunities to increase efficiency. You go well beyond sending out timelines you keep the wheels in motion. You are the master of process who rises above blind enforcement. You never lose sight of the goal and you excel at bringing people together and keeping them engaged in its pursuit. You do the brave thing by igniting unity in your team to lead to productive and successful results.

Set the Tone - 25%
Motivate the team by doing the right thing displaying a high level of respect positivity and accountability
Make decisions based on lessons learned as well as recommendations from team members close to the project
Create an environment of learning and mentorship for junior members of the team
Manage conflict with a focus on identifying solutions
Feel confident in asking for help and escalating issues or concerns appropriately


YOU WILL EXCEL BY:
Facilitating a calm steady environment to enable and encourage the best work

MAKE IT HAPPEN - 45%
Manage your teams adherence to the agency workflow ensuring all projects are effectively executed and delivered successfully according to client expectations
Lead Hot Sheet meetings as well as internal and client status meetings
Communicate goals and priorities ensuring tasks are accomplished on time on budget and error-free
Develop strong instincts when it comes to employing flexibility within the process
Work with team to create appropriate job estimates while managing the project financials throughout the course of the job
Work closely with team leaders to determine internal resource and financial allocations and ensure that all jobs are managed on budget on time and within scope
Exhibit strong decision-making skills during both internal and external finance meetings to contribute to the overall health of the business


YOU WILL EXCEL BY:
Diving headfirst into new opportunities whether its new media new partners or new processes
Being an expert listener in all facets of your role and bringing proactive solutions to meet the needs of your team and the agency

CREATE BALANCE - 30%
Employ a strategic approach when troubleshooting issues related to timelines and budgets to balance internal resources and client expectations
Be proactive in planning ahead for all possible scenarios
Share best practices for agency process and workflow based on your successes and learnings
Exhibit a strong level of emotional intelligence in your daily interactions (internal and external)
Determine when a conflict needs to be escalated and when it can be handled directly
Act as peacemaker when necessary using your position of neutrality to help the team come up with strong solutions while respecting different perspectives


YOU WILL EXCEL BY:
Embracing creative ways to challenge inspire enable and encourage the team
Building your reputation as a dependable leader even outside of your brand assignment

Qualifications
Bachelors Degree required or comparable work experience
3 years of project management experience within the advertising industry across multichannel media projects
Healthcare and/or pharmaceutical experience a plus
Ideally candidate will have 2 years experience in digital project management
Strong communication and presentation skills
Strong computer skills including MRL submission software

$70000 - $97000

Omnicoms policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time and many of our agencies as well as Omnicoms corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

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