Director of Project Managment

Devise exists to empower curious people to create inspiring work that wows our clients and leads to lasting relationships.

Our business is a chorus of many moving parts. It is challenging, creative, messy, frustrating, and rewarding. More than anything else, it is collaborative. Success depends on all of us actively owning our roles; everyone is a leader. As such, it is expected that you will show up every day ready to start strong — for our clients, our team, and yourself.

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Project Management to lead our team and oversee the successful delivery of digital marketing, branding, and custom website projects. This individual will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

With a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on project management expertise, the ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of experience in an agency environment, delivering innovative and impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Director-Level Leadership

• Team Leadership and Development: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing project management team to exceed client and company expectations.
• Performance Management & Professional Growth: Regularly evaluate team performance, provide constructive feedback, and create development plans to nurture career growth.
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve workflows, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and project outcomes.
• Strategic Oversight: Align project initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring optimal resource allocation and strategic execution.
• Client & Team Conflict Resolution: Serve as an escalation point to navigate and resolve conflicts, fostering productive relationships among stakeholders.

Project Management Excellence

• Project Planning and Execution: Oversee the development and implementation of detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Team Coordination: Ensure cross-functional collaboration across internal teams, aligning resources to meet project goals.
• Client Communication: Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring transparent and effective communication throughout project lifecycles.
• Quality Assurance: Uphold high standards for deliverables, ensuring they meet or exceed client expectations.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address challenges to ensure successful project delivery.
• Performance Metrics and Reporting: Track and analyze key performance indicators, sharing insights with leadership to inform decisions and improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing digital marketing, branding, or custom website projects within an agency environment.
• Proven track record of leading project management teams to deliver complex, high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success.
• Expertise in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Monday.com, Asana).
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on client satisfaction and team collaboration.
• Adept at managing competing priorities, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field (PMP or similar certification is a plus).

What We Offer
The compensation package will be dependent upon experience but structured to be competitive and ensure long-term incentives for the candidate. Our standard package includes a competitive base salary, 4 weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays, 401K Safe harbor and profit sharing with a 3% match, group health insurance, and FSA.