Senior Project Manager

About VML

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization.

In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

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VML is in search of a SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, developers, content strategists, SEO specialists, marketing) to manage website development projects and content initiatives.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for website builds, redesigns, content migrations, and ongoing content updates.
• Define project scope and objectives, breaking down complex projects into manageable tasks and deliverables.
• Track project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement solutions to ensure projects stay on track and within budget.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between stakeholders, providing regular updates and reporting on project status.
• Ensure quality assurance throughout the website development and content creation process.
• Manage content calendars and workflows, ensuring timely publication of high-quality content.

Who you are:

• Excellent communicator: Clearly communicate technical and non-technical information to various stakeholders.
• Collaborative leader: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and effectively manage project teams.
• Agile and adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Strategic thinker: Understand the broader business goals and align website and content strategies accordingly.
• Organized and detail-oriented: Maintain meticulous organization and attention to detail in all aspects of project management.
• Proficient in project management tools and software: Expert-level proficiency in project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello, ) and content management systems (CMS).

What you'll need:

• 3-5 years of experience in web project management or content management: Demonstrated experience managing website development projects, content creation workflows, and/or content migrations.
• Proven track record of successful website launches or content initiatives: Provide examples of successfully completed projects, highlighting key achievements and results.
• Understanding of website development lifecycle and content strategy: Demonstrate a strong understanding of web design principles, development processes, content strategy best practices, and SEO.
• Technical proficiency: Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., Word Press, Drupal, AEM), HTML, CSS, and website analytics tools. Experience with website accessibility standards (WCAG) is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills: Ability to analyze website data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations to improve website performance and content engagement.
• Client management experience (if applicable): Experience building and maintaining strong client relationships, presenting project updates, and managing client expectations.
• Agency experience (preferred, but not essential): Experience working within an agency environment or a similar collaborative setting.

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,…