What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Project Manager position at Wunderman Thompson?
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.
Who we are looking for:
VML is seeking a Technical Project Manager for one of our top clients to manage largescale projects surrounding various digital products and databases built internally to service the account. We are looking for a technology-focused, enthusiastic, critical thinker/problem solver that thrives on being engaged at all levels of a project. The Project Manager will understand how to drive on-time, under-budget, and at-quality project delivery. The role also demands experience with project scoping, resource management, and schedules to successfully navigate and deliver all aspects of the assignment.
A note about workstyle: VML would like candidates for this position to be comfortable going into our Atlanta office 2-3 days a week. Options for remote candidacy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
What you'll do:
- Work | Lead the development and implementation of tactical project plans for the Tactical Enterprise Services Enablement branch of the System Team for the SAFe Enterprise. Actively participate in SAFe Program Increment (PI) planning by facilitating and leading the project team through PI planning breakout sessions as the Technical Project Manager. Lead and facilitate Agile ceremonies throughout each PI to ensure delivery against the teams PI planning objectives and commitments. Facilitate risk management with the team to develop, communicate, and oversee risk management plans. Utilize tools such as Teams, ProductBoard, JIRA, Excel Formulas, MIRO, and Planning.io for project management activities.
- People | Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Oversee team resources, coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholder to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with project and PI objectives and timelines.
- Process | Track and report on project and PI objective progress; including escalations and updates on risks to the success of projects and PI objectives for the project team. Support implementation and compliance of the System Team Governance and Guidance for the SAFe Enterprise. Manage and report resource and budget allocation utilization and burn for projects.
Who you are:
- Leader | Influences without authority and fosters an environment of shared accountability. Comfortable communicating and partnering with department leads, tailoring communications based on audience and level (technology, creative, finance, client, vendor).
- Builder | Navigates strong collaboration between people, processes and systems. Drives projects and resource management from ambiguity to clarity. Understands digital technologies and trends.
- Detail Oriented | Sharp attention to detail and a drive for perfection. Excellent problem-solving skills.
- A Strong Communicator | Excellent communication and analytical skills. Conducts team and client meetings with clear, concise language and leadership acumen. A skilled, creative, confident presenter and negotiator.
What you'll need:
- 3-5 years of experience managing technical projects and teams as the project manager utilizing expertise in the latest Agile SDLC or ITSM/DevOps methodologies and Scrum or ITIL Frameworks in a professional environment - agency or consulting environment preferred.
- Strong experience in facilitating agile ceremonies and guiding teams through agile practices.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure, Data Services, and InfoSec to execute needs in a SAFe Agile enterprise environment.
- Expertise in using project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Teams, and Excel Formulas.
- Strong proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
- Proven leadership skills, decision-making abilities, and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as a team leader and player to facilitate collaboration among team members.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities to address challenges in project delivery.
- Flexibility, initiative, dedication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to travel on occasion for client meetings, team gatherings, and/or conferences.
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
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