(Hybrid | Chicagoland candidates only)
As a Project Manager at Marcel Digital, you’ll support the successful delivery of software development and digital services projects while building the skills needed to independently manage projects over time.
You’ll work closely with senior project managers, subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to coordinate timelines, track progress, and maintain clear communication across stakeholders. This role is designed for someone early in their career who is eager to learn how high-performing development and digital services projects are planned and delivered.
You’ll manage small projects to begin, and over time, you’ll take on increasing ownership of mid-size projects and increase client interactions as your confidence and capabilities grow.
The expected salary range for this position is $60k - $70k
Role DescriptionProject Management & SupportSupport the execution of software development and digital services projects by helping manage budget, scope and timelines, tracking deliverables, and ensuring tasks move forward. You’ll play a key role in keeping projects organized and on track.
Client CommunicationParticipate in client communications both individually and alongside senior team members. You’ll help document discussions, follow up on action items, and gradually build confidence in leading portions of client interactions.
Planning & Task ManagementAssist in translating project requirements into actionable tasks. You’ll help maintain project plans, support the creation of monthly tasks, keep tools up to date, and ensure team members have clarity on next steps. You’re more than just a traffic cop, you understand the requests to drive work forward and actively manage them through completion and delivery.
Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with developers, designers, and marketing teams to understand how web projects come together. You’ll build familiarity with each discipline and how they contribute to successful delivery.
Process AdherenceFollow established project management and agile workflows. As you gain experience, you’ll contribute ideas to improve how projects are managed and delivered.
Risk AwarenessLearn to identify potential risks or blockers and escalate them appropriately. You don’t need to solve everything, but you should know when something needs attention.
Transparency & ReportingHelp maintain visibility into project status by updating tools, preparing status updates, and ensuring accurate documentation.
Qualifications & Ideal Fit- One to three years of experience in project management or coordination, digital marketing, software development, or similar environment
- Exposure to software development and/or digital services projects, professional experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced agency environment
- Demonstrate a genuine curiosity for how our agency operates and understanding our client needs and business goals
- Growth-minded and eager to leverage AI to improve day-to-day efficiency and productivity
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance
- Familiarity with project management tools (ClickUp, Workfront, Jira, or similar) is a plus
- Basic understanding of software development concepts (CMS platforms, front-end/back-end roles) is a plus
- Basic understanding of paid media channels and/or SEO/AEO is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Knowledge of Nicolas Cage a plus
Marcel offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible, collaborative work environment. You’ll have meaningful autonomy, influence how analytics is delivered to clients, and help shape the future of Marcel’s analytics practice.
We value curiosity, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. If you’re excited about building analytics systems that people can actually trust, and using data to drive smarter decisions, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills Required
- One to three years of experience in project coordination, digital marketing, web development, or similar environment
- Bachelor's degree
What We Do
Marcel Digital is an award-winning website development and digital marketing agency. Founded in March 2003, Marcel remains one of the original and most well established digital marketing firms in the United States. Our mission is to change the idea of what an agency is and what it can be. Our vision is striving to be a close-knit, integrated team of authentic and talented individuals who embrace philanthropy and culture as the best way to accomplish both client and corporate goals. One of our key differentiators is we have both development and performance marketing teams in house, so we are a fully integrated team of experts. The result is efficiency. We are able to quickly tailor solutions based on our client's specific needs. We are a Google Analytics Certified Partner. Everything we do, whether it be website development or comprehensive digital marketing campaigns, is firmly rooted in data and analytics. We believe in letting data drive decision-making which is only possible through accurate, holistic analytics. We are an Umbraco Certified Platinum Partner, the first in the Midwest and one of only a handful in the nation. This status means that we have a guaranteed number of master developer certifications in-house and have completed numerous website implementations successfully. We are a Google Premier Partner. This puts us in the top tier of all certified Google agencies, recognizing proven management of comprehensive digital marketing campaigns and a skilled team of certified professionals.
Why Work With Us
Since 2003, Marcel Digital has built a culture shaped by our employees. We live by our values - Authenticity, Integrity, Accountability, and Curiosity - believing them to be foundational to the work we do and the people we work with. We support both professional and personal development, letting team members set the pace of their own growth.
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