space150 is a fiercely independent digital creative agency. We exist to put brands on the forefront of culture and technology, to help them keep up, get ahead and stand out. We destroy convention to create demand.
We are always on the lookout for creative, collaborative and strategic people with a passion for innovation and creating culturally relevant work. We value people that are passionate, open-minded, curious and generous team players.
As a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager, you will drive award-winning, industry-leading work not through scopes/schedules/budgets, but through understanding the fundamentals of how our agency functions. Your real-time calculation of risk vs. reward won’t be done by gut feel; it will be driven by data. You will have visibility to the information necessary to ensure that each discussion you have, whether internal or client-facing, is targeted at balancing the best interests of our clients, our business and our people. Your experience as a problem-solver is rooted in understanding technology, and curiosity pushes you to drive progress by elevating beyond ‘checking the boxes’. Candidates must be located within the Minneapolis / Twin Cities area.
How You Add Value
Manage multiple projects across one or more clients with oversight for tactical projects you may own, or in partnership with a business partner for more complex and/or ongoing client relationships
Apply proactive thinking and actions to drive quality work and maintain a positive team environment
Isolate issues to their root cause and resolve, or escalate when one or more potential resolutions are identified or support is needed
Proactively manage up to peers and managers within your department so they can better support any challenges or roadblocks you may encounter to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunity
Contribute to client-facing meetings / conversations, provide content and documentation for internal and client meetings
Mentor junior talent
Navigate the intricacies of cross-functional team leadership and integrating as a member of the core team
The Baseline Essentials
Support and lead coordination of rotational department deliverables, including Weather Report and agency-wide timesheet validation
Create and maintain accurate project forecasts for resource usage and costs incurred
Create / own project estimates and timelines for a variety of project types
Define and / or support project scopes for approval
Contribute to client status reports, specifically in regards to budget usage and progress of scoped deliverables and services
Escalate challenges, roadblocks and risks to client / project budget goals as they arise, always accompanied by your recommendations for remedy.
Submit your individual time usage on a weekly basis
Requirements
Qualifications
3-5+ years experience managing technical and creative projects in an ad agency, marketing department, or software development setting
Experience in client services and negotiating decisions that affect both the clients’ business and your employer’s business
Experience using Google Docs, Google Sheets, Keynote/Google Slides, Google meet, Atlassian suite required
Experience or familiarity with HTML, web content management platforms, and new technologies desired
Extraordinary, proven teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills
Demonstrated curiosity about emerging technologies, especially AI, with a willingness to explore, experiment and thoughtfully integrate AI tools
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and listening skills
Strong writing skills
Ability to think strategically to solve project problems
Ability to quickly understand individual clients’ business
Ability to effectively manage virtually and in-person
Currently based in Minneapolis / St Paul / Twin Cities metro area
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to quickly develop relationships of mutual respect and trust with leadership, and internal and external partners
Ability to understand interrelated business issues and to think strategically
Value-oriented individual with a high degree of integrity
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of internal employees, and external contacts on an as-needed basis
Ability to react positively to high pressure situations
Portray an enthusiastic attitude toward all internal and external clients
Must be a self-starter and results / goal oriented
Benefits
At space150, we are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with Minnesota law. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $115,000 annually. The salary range for this role is based on numerous factors including experience, skills, and qualifications.
In addition to base compensation, space150 offers a competitive benefits package, including:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Unlimited paid time off, including generous vacation
Life Insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (parental leave)
Short & Long Term Disability
Hybrid Work Environment
A collaborative, creative and fun work environment