Project Manager

Our DC-based agency client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager, Engagement Services to join their team on a full-time, remote basis (U.S.-based with occasional travel to Washington, D.C.). This role supports the delivery of integrated communications, marketing, and engagement projects focused on education and social impact initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management experience within communications or marketing environments, along with excellent organizational skills and a passion for mission-driven work. This individual will manage multiple projects simultaneously, support hands-on execution, and ensure budgets, timelines, and deliverables remain on track.

This role operates in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment, working closely with strategists, writers, designers, and digital teams to deliver high-quality campaign outcomes for a diverse portfolio of clients, including nonprofits, foundations, education institutions, and other purpose-driven organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects and manage client expectations
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, and scopes of work
• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure efficient execution
• Lead project meetings and ensure stakeholder alignment
• Oversee quality control of deliverables and ensure compliance with requirements
• Track budgets, monitor expenses, and proactively flag risks or overruns
• Provide regular status updates and financial reporting

Project & Content Support

• Support development of communications and campaign strategies across digital, PR, and content initiatives
• Conduct research to inform project direction and recommendations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing outputs
• Support creation of content including press releases, thought leadership pieces, social media plans, email campaigns, blog content, and web copy

Client & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong client relationships and ensure alignment with project goals
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Support relationships with vendors, consultants, and partners

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in communications, marketing, or public relations
• Agency experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets simultaneously
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana or similar)
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Familiarity with PK–workforce education or social impact space is a plus

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