Description
We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world's most ambitious brands grow faster.
The Associate Director, Project Management is a critical contributor within the DEPT® Delivery team, responsible for managing the successful execution of high-value digital experiences and projects across web, product, and brand engagements.
Responsibilities
- Project Leadership & Management:
- Manage mid-sized to large-scale digital projects with budgets typically ranging from $1M - $3M, across websites, digital platforms, content, and campaign initiatives.
- Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resourcing plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Drive end-to-end execution, from kick-off to delivery, ensuring work is delivered on time, on brief, and within budget.
- Identify risks, resolve blockers, and escalate challenges early with solution-oriented thinking.
- Monitor and manage project financials including estimates, actuals, ETC, and EAC.
- Anticipate risks and blockers; proactively resolve issues or escalate as needed.
- Process Improvement & Team Collaboration:
- Identify opportunities to streamline project workflows and reduce operational friction.
- Collaborate with internal teams to evolve delivery processes, templates, and ways of working.
- Support the integration of new tools or practices that improve efficiency and cross-discipline collaboration.
- Champion consistency in documentation, QA, and project standards.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations:
- Serve as a key client point of contact on day-to-day delivery needs , communicating clearly, managing expectations, and keeping momentum.
- Prepare agendas, run project meetings, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
- Document decisions, action items, and next steps with clarity and follow-through.
- Build strong working relationships across departments to keep work flowing smoothly and transparently.
- Peer Support & Knowledge Sharing:
- Contribute to internal discussions around delivery improvement, workflow evolution, and team enablement.
- Maintain a strong sense of accountability and “managing across” with peers and adjacent roles.
Requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in digital project or program management, with ownership over large engagements or multi-track workstreams.
- Experience managing single projects with budgets of $1M+ from end to end.
- Deep understanding of UX/UI workflows, design systems, and digital build processes.
- Familiarity with agile, waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
- Proficient in Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, and G Suite , and comfortable adopting new tools as needed.
- Strong financial awareness and experience managing estimates, tracking budgets, and reporting on profitability.
- Excellent time management and communication skills in cross-functional environments.
What We Offer
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401k plan, plus matching
- PTO
- Paid Company Holidays
- Parental Leave