Project Manager, Design Services

@ Studio Science

Project Manager, Design Services

Studio Science is looking for a Project Manager with proven success in managing complex digital design projects for enterprise-level clients. This role is designed to accelerate the agency’s recent growth and requires a professional who can oversee the smooth production of all work, from briefing researchers, strategists, designers, and developers to managing client relationships and delivering successful outcomes.

At Studio Science, experience design is prioritized to meet the needs of people, not just to push features to production. If you are a natural problem solver with a passion for design, the ability to adapt quickly, and thrive working with smart colleagues, innovative brands, and high-growth clients, this is the place for you.

Responsibilities

Project Management (approx. 75%):

• Facilitate communication with cross-organizational contacts within client organizations.
• Lead kick-off and status meetings with clients.
• Record decisions, next steps, and follow up with written summaries.
• Conduct formal and informal status check-ins.
• Deliver tailored communication to creative and technical teams, product managers, marketing partners, and C-level executives.
• Create and communicate a holistic project plan integrating Studio Science, client, and third party objectives.
• Maintain team momentum and client objectives with urgency.
• Anticipate risks and take decisive action to keep projects on track.

Account Management (approx. 25%):

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and delivery teams.
• Partner with Director(s) to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Conduct post-engagement follow ups and project reviews.
• Visit clients (1–3 days per month, up to 20% of the time during launch periods).
• Manage account details, project scope, and overall working relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Account Management, Project Management, and/or Operations in a Professional Services or Agency setting.
• Excellent partnership and communication skills, with experience working with both creative and technical teams.
• Proven ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple projects.
• Track record of anticipating client and team needs and driving initiatives forward independently.
• Ability to make informed, strategic decisions under pressure and foster a positive work environment.
• Comfortable working remotely from a United States-based location.
• Availability and flexibility to work with global clients across multiple time zones and occasional travel to Indianapolis, Indiana.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship; role not open for C2C.

Studio Science participates in E-Verify and complies with equal employment opportunity laws. Salary is part of a comprehensive package including equity, perks, benefits, and development opportunities, with individual pay decisions based on various factors.

Key skills/competency

• Project Management
• Account Management
• Digital Design
• Client Relationships
• Communication
• Risk Management
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Planning
• Agency Experience