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United States Department of DefenseAssociate Director, Project Management
The United States Department of Defense is seeking an Associate Director, Project Management to join its remote team on a full-time basis. This position centers on…
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About This Role
The United States Department of Defense is seeking an Associate Director, Project Management to join its remote team on a full-time basis. This position centers on steering the successful implementation of high-value digital experiences, web projects, product builds, and brand initiatives. The professional filling this role will act as the principal connection between internal multi-disciplinary departments and clients, championing both efficient workflows and top-tier creative output. This opportunity is well-suited…
Job Description
The United States Department of Defense is seeking an Associate Director, Project Management to join its remote team on a full-time basis. This position centers on steering the successful implementation of high-value digital experiences, web projects, product builds, and brand initiatives. The professional filling this role will act as the principal connection between internal multi-disciplinary departments and clients, championing both efficient workflows and top-tier creative output.
This opportunity is well-suited for a structured, execution-oriented professional who thrives in complex digital production environments. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of financial management, risk anticipation, and cross-functional leadership, keeping projects on schedule and within budget.
The employer operates at the junction of marketing and technology, employing thousands of specialists across various digital disciplines to assist prominent brands worldwide with accelerated growth. Recognized as a B Corp-certified enterprise, the organization values open communication, teamwork, and purpose-driven initiatives. The role is remote-first, with occasional travel to client or team locations expected as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Manage mid-sized to large-scale digital projects with budgets typically between $1M and $3M
- Define project scopes, resource plans, deliverables, and timelines alongside cross-functional teams
- Oversee end-to-end execution to ensure work aligns with briefs, schedules, and budgets
- Identify potential risks, manage blockers, and handle financial tracking including actuals, estimates, and profitability
- Serve as the primary client contact for day-to-day delivery needs and lead project meetings
- Streamline project workflows, documentation standards, and quality assurance processes
Requirements
- Possess five to seven years of digital project or program management experience
- Demonstrate prior ownership of large engagements or multi-track workstreams
- Have experience managing single projects with budgets exceeding $1 million from start to finish
- Maintain proficiency in Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence, and Google Suite
Qualifications
- Deep understanding of user experience workflows, design systems, and digital build procedures
- Familiarity with agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies like Scrumfall
- Strong financial awareness regarding budget tracking and profitability reporting
Core Skills
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid time off and paid company holidays
- Parental leave
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote-first role, though limited travel to client or team locations may be required as needed.
What is the employment type?
The position is full-time, based on a 40-hour workweek.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have five to seven years of digital project or major program management experience, including managing individual projects with budgets of $1 million or more.
What salary does the position offer?
The source posting does not specify a salary for this particular listing.
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