Senior Project Manager

Company: VML South Africa
Location: Miami
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Department: Client & Business LeadershipLocation: Miami, FL , United StatesLast Updated: 5/9/2025Requisition ID: 10167Who We Are:At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.What we are looking for:VML is seeking a Senior Project Manager, a proactive and strategic thinker who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including creative, strategy, account management, production, media, analytics and technology, to drive projects from inception to completion. This role reports to a Project Management Lead. You will be a key point of contact for clients, managing expectations, providing regular updates, and fostering strong relationships. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure client satisfaction and project success.What You'll Do:

• Work:Deliver exceptional projects on time and within scope, ensuring all deliverables meet high-quality standards and client expectations. You'll oversee project execution, identify dependencies, and secure alignment on scope, schedule, and budget.
• People:Motivate and direct cross-functional teams to produce outstanding work, fostering a collaborative "One Team" approach. You'll be the primary client contact, building strong relationships and managing expectations.
• Process:Establish and manage project communication and processes, leveraging existing tools to monitor progress and mitigate risks. You'll develop detailed project plans and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Financials:Be responsible for project estimation, planning, and profitability, ensuring projects are delivered within budget. You'll manage budgets, track expenses, and maximize financial efficiency.Who You Are:
  • A Problem Solver: You are adept at identifying and resolving complex project challenges, finding creative solutions to keep projects on track.
  • A Strong Communicator: You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to effectively communicate with clients, team members, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • A Collaborative Leader: You are a team player who fosters a collaborative and productive work environment, motivating and inspiring team members to achieve project goals.
  • Organized and Detail-Oriented: You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Client-Focused: You are passionate about delivering exceptional client service and building strong, long-lasting relationships.
  • Adaptable: You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are able to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
  • Proactive: You are proactive and take initiative, anticipating potential issues and developing solutions before they impact the project.What You'll Need:
    • Minimum 5 years of experience managing projects in advertising or marketing communications in a client-facing role, ideally at a creative agency.
    • Proven ability to manage complex, integrated marketing projects from inception to completion.
    • Experience working with common project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Slack, and Microsoft Teams.
    • Conscientious and adept at problem-solving through critical thinking.
    • Comfortable leading team and client meetings, tailors communications based on their audience and level (technology, creative, finance, client, vendor).
    • Experience working on integrated, omnichannel programs with parallel work streams and diverse teams (Strategy, Creative, Account, Media and Data) across remote offices.
    • High EQ and the ability to read what a team needs to help motivate them.
    • Self-motivated and driven to build and create great work.
    • Strong understanding of digital marketing principles and practices.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details._$70,000 - $140,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through ourRecruitment Privacy Policy . California residents should read ourCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Notice . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.Apply for this job*indicates a required fieldFirst Name *Last Name *Preferred First NameEmail *Phone *Location (City) *Resume/CV *Enter manuallyAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfEnter manuallyAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfLinkedIn ProfileHow did you hear about us? * Select...What is your desired salary? *Are you authorized to work in the country where this job is located? * Select...Will you in the future require employer sponsorship to work where this job is located? * Select...Are you currently a WPP employee? * Select...If you are currently a WPP employee, what brand are you affiliated with?Have you worked for a WPP agency in the past 10 years? * Select...Voluntary Self-IdentificationFor government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.As set forth in VML's Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.Select...Voluntary Self-Identification of DisabilityForm CC-305Page 1 of 1OMB Control Number 1250-0005Expires 04/30/2026Voluntary Self-Identification of DisabilityForm CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026
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