Project Manager

RAPP Chicago is looking for a Project Manager to join our award-winning Program Management team.

WHO WE ARE:

We are RAPP – world leaders in activating growth with precision and empathy at scale.

As a global, next-generation precision marketing agency we leverage data, creativity, technology, and empathy to foster client growth. We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, and in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual’s needs, beliefs, behaviors, and aspirations.



We foster an inclusive workplace that emphasizes personal well-being.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help to create value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content and connected decisioning.


Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, and our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to deliver it – ensuring we’re able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.


Part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, and data and marketing scientists across 15+ global markets

YOUR ROLE: 

Project Management at RAPP is a key capability that ensures that our accounts and the agency are continuously generating customer value through delivery excellence, operational efficiency and business growth.   

As a Project Manager you plan, execute and deliver. You set timelines, manage resources and tasks against budget and address challenges that may arise head on. You are passionate about the space, are creative and solutions oriented, and have exceptional people skills. 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop schedules, milestones and dependencies using PM tools such as MS Project, Workfront or Smartsheet.
• Monitor project progress against timelines & budgets, effectively communicate status and proactively mitigate risks. Be comfortable adapting to changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build project budgets and forecasts, proactively identifying financial risks, and escalating when needed.
• Develop and maintain clear and concise project documentation using tools such as Sharepoint, Teams and Confluence.
• Allocate and manage resources efficiently. Coordinate with team members to ensure deliverables are understood and that milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Lead efficient meetings and conference calls. Ensures timely conference notes and action steps taken.
• Work with internal teams on needed revisions/modifications/enhancements; and involving the quality assurance team at key project junctures.
• Ensure project team, including management as appropriate, is continually updated on client’s programs, including successes, issues, concerns and feedback
• Hold project retrospectives and ensure the use of best practices and apply lessons learned from previous projects.
• Participate in and complete continual training and professional development as detailed within the department.
• Maintain a positive, proactive mindset that fosters collaboration, adaptability and a solutions-oriented approach to challenges.
• Maintain an understanding of industry trends and research industry-related media.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 3+ years of relevant experience managing projects (preferably within an interactive advertising or marketing agency environment)
• Knowledge of project management principles, methods and techniques
• Understanding of technical and creative design and development principles, specifically for email/digital development
• Experience managing resources, budgets and project timing
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong business writing skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstration of drive and initiative
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

EDUCATION and OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficient in MS office products (PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Word) and project management tools, including MS Project, Workfront, Atlassian, Smartsheet or others 
• Experience in the government industry a plus

Our hybrid work model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like. 

RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $63,000 - $75,600. This range is specific to Chicago and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

“As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.”

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.