Senior Associate, Project Management - Multiple Positions…

Job Description
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates for this role must be able to work out of our Chicago, New York, or Philadelphia offices.
Our Sr. Associate, Project Manager helps by executing full projects.  The Senior Associate is responsible for the execution of small-scale deliverables under the guidance of a more senior Project Manager. The individual would create/manage project plans and budgets and plan overall QC approach for all assigned projects. He/she should exhibit professional and motivating behavior.  
 
Functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
Knowledge  
Agency process: Demonstrates significant knowledge of agency procedures. Adheres to agency process. 
Client finances: Able to prepare accurate project estimates and statements of work 
Scope Creep: Identifies and escalates scope creep 
Vendor Management: Uses negotiating skills to procure vendors 
PM Technical Skills: Familiar with generally accepted project management terms and best practices 
Technology: Continuously learning technology and ability to quickly adapt to new technologies 
Strategy 
Project Plans: Creates and manages project plans and budgets  
Quality Control: Plans overall QC approach for all assigned projects 
Tactics and Execution 
Scope Definition: Owns scope definition and management for smaller scale engagements 
Cost Management: Responsible for cost management on all projects 
Estimates: Independently estimates small engagements 
Internal Relationships: Responsible for successful collaboration with core team  
Client Relationship  
Communication: Effectively communicates basic agency recommendations to internal and external clients.  Demonstrates influence and diplomacy in written and verbal communications 
Writing: Has proficient business writing skills