As our VP, Project Management, you will join the growing organization within the newly established Enablement Office (EO). The EO is designed to improve efficiencies and business practices across GMR’s client portfolio through multiple pillars dedicated to operational excellence. As a key member of the EO leadership, you will lead in two layers of the business:

1. As a PM business partner to our Client Consultants, you will lead/drive the running of a client portfolio that includes planning, scoping, resourcing, reporting, problem solving, process improvement, and collaboration.
2. As a PM leader, you will contribute to developing the project management function by setting an example of professional leadership, team development and coaching, process and tools implementation, and building the body of knowledge.

GMR’s capabilities span virtual and live experiences, where not all projects are the same and event-based deadlines are fixed. To thrive in this role, you are no stranger to working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and with some of the world’s biggest brands.

ABOUT GMR MARKETING 

We are the Experience Agency Making Unforgettable Stories Born of Humanity 

NOT JUST EXPERIENTIAL. EXPERIENCE. 

The lines have blurred. People live in the physical, digital, and social worlds all at once, and your brand experiences should do the same. 

NOT JUST TELLING. MAKING. 

The best stories are lived, not heard. Make an immersive world for people to explore so they can experience something they’ll never forget. 

NOT JUST CONSUMERS. HUMANS. 

It all starts with the human. If you want to make a lasting impact, look beyond the wallet to understand what motivates and inspires people. 

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Program Leadership.You have extensive experience in multi-channel project management- planning, estimating, scenario planning, and detailed scoping programs within an agency. You will establish and maintain project and financial reporting procedures across the portfolio – including scoping, resourcing, change management, and risk management. You will assign projects to your team, matching project complexity with team member strengths and identifying and removing impediments to project success for your team. You are comfortable driving stakeholder management and communications/working ways plan with all parties involved.
• Team Development. You’re an inspiring leader and will support a team of talented project managers at different levels and skill sets to execute the work in the portfolio. You will participate in the career development of the project management team against GMR’s team values and goals. You will also contribute to the capability by documenting and expanding the body of knowledge through relevant tools and mechanisms to elevate the PM team and all partners.
• Collaboration. You will work with all cross-capability partners to find solutions to the unique GMR business challenges, help drive collaboration, and scale for growth opportunities. You will work with clients, partners, and vendors to establish best practice processes that meet client business needs. You will also partner with business leads to run the day-to-day operations while planning and forecasting for the future.
• Curiosity. You can dig into the dark corners to extract key information, assumptions, and risks to protect the agency and the integrity of the work. You are comfortable engaging in conflict resolution, ensuring the best quality work gets out the door – tracking learnings and opportunities for continuous improvement. 
• Continuous Improvement. You will proactively identify at-risk projects, address and escalate issues as needed, and create, review, and approve project estimates and SOWs before client sign-off. You will monitor project financials to identify potential overruns, taking corrective action when needed. 

OUR DEI MANIFESTO
 
We seek a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives so we can create memories that matter for everyone. 
 
We strive for equity by meeting people where they are, eliminating barriers, and building on their unique talents so we can maximize everyone’s contribution. We seek to recognize, grow and unleash the perspective and possibility of each individual on our team.  

Together, we’re on a powerful journey. Our guiding principles can be found here. 

The annual range for this role varies between $120,000- $165,000 and may vary depending on the candidate’s experience. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401k, employee stock purchase plan, vacation, personal days and paid holiday time. You are also eligible to participate in disability, life insurance, FSA/HSA plans subject to the terms and conditions of such benefit plans. Please don’t let our posted ranges keep you from exploring this or any other exciting opportunities within our agency.