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IMI Agency

Project Manager, Hospitality

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$65K/yr

Project Manager, Hospitality IMI Agency Project Manager Beer, Wine & Spirits Chicagoland Area Status: Full Time | Hybrid Location: Chicago, IL (ONLY) Reports to: Director of Accounts IMI's Mission:

IMI Agency

Project Manager, Hospitality

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$65K/yr

IMI Agency Project Manager Beer, Wine amp; Spirits Chicagoland Area Status: Full Time | Hybrid Location: Chicago, IL (ONLY) Reports to: Director of Accounts IMI's Mission: IMI Agency specializes in ...

ComEd

Prin Project Manager

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

... agencies, project quality assurance, and change management. Interacts routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, energy delivery's largest customers, and ...

ComEd

Sr Project Manager

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

... agencies, project quality assurance, and change management. Interacts routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, the Utility's largest customers, and ...

ComEd

Sr Project Manager

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

... agencies, project quality assurance, and change management. Interacts routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, the Utility's largest customers, and ...

Omnicom

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Agency: Weber Shandwick Job Function: Projects and Performance Improvement Job Subfunction: Project and Program Management Who We Are Weber Shandwick is more than a leading global PR agency "" we"'re ...

Marketing

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

We're looking for project managers with agency experience who are great at managing scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring we continue to build world-class digital products. Our project managers ...

Sonoma Consulting Inc.

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

... acquired insurance agencies Lead effort to analyze acquired agency data and determine most ... Manage the project budget, team resources, communications, and project plans Coordinate with key ...

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How much do agency project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for agency project manager in Chicago, IL is $105,861.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,900.00 and $126,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Agency Project Manager vs Client Project Manager?

AspectAgency Project ManagerClient Project Manager
CredentialsProject management certifications (PMP, CAPM)Project management certifications (PMP, CAPM)
Work EnvironmentAgency setting, managing multiple client projectsClient organization, managing internal projects
Employer & IndustryAdvertising, marketing, creative agenciesCorporate, enterprise, or client-side organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding agency project roles, career optionsComparing internal vs external project management roles

Agency Project Managers typically work in creative or marketing agencies, managing multiple client projects, while Client Project Managers operate within client organizations, overseeing internal projects. Both roles require similar certifications and skills but differ mainly in work environment and employer type.

What is an agency project manager?

Agency Project Managers are professionals responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects within marketing, advertising, or creative agencies. They manage timelines, budgets, and communications between clients and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully. Their role involves problem-solving, resource allocation, and ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and quality standards. Agency Project Managers play a crucial role in keeping projects on track and maintaining client satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an agency project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Agency Project Manager, you need strong project management skills, expertise in budgeting and scheduling, and usually a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project, and certifications like PMP or Agile are highly valued. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help you coordinate teams and manage client relationships effectively. These abilities are crucial for delivering projects on time, within scope, and to client satisfaction in a fast-paced agency environment.

How does an agency project manager typically collaborate with creative and account teams to ensure project success?

An Agency Project Manager acts as a central communication hub, regularly coordinating between creative, account, and sometimes technical teams to keep projects on track. They facilitate meetings, clarify client requirements, and ensure deliverables align with both the client's vision and agency standards. Managing timelines, resolving resource conflicts, and adapting to changing priorities are common challenges. Successful Agency Project Managers build strong relationships across teams to foster collaboration and maintain project momentum.
Agency Project Manager jobs near you
Infographic showing various Agency Project Manager job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $105,861 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Ad Agency Project Manager - on client site

Brella Productions

IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Ad Agency Project Manager - on client site
Brella Productions ( www.brella.com), a strategic digital production company is seeking an experienced Ad Agency Project Manager to work in our client's Internal Advertising Agency in Lake County, IL.
The Ad Agency Project Manager serves as both producer and account manager to the client's customers who come to the department for the wide range of services we provide. Our client's customers include Global Marketing, Public Affairs and any of company's corporate departments and product divisions. We support executive level customers, including the CEO. A strong sense of customer service and excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must. Cultural fit within the team and company-wide is of utmost importance, as is the ability to provide thought leadership coupled with the soft skills to lead gracefully under pressure.
This position requires a minimum of 3 years working within an Ad Agency, knowledge and experience with corporate branding, marketing, digital media, graphic design, campaigns, etc. Understanding of video, webcasting and corporate meeting production is helpful, but not required.
Expectations include:
• Collaborate and work with project sponsors, business units and users to identify project scope and focus; develop or monitor project initiatives; implement project requirements, plans, processes, and tools; assign, guide, and monitor project staff; and assure project success.
• Manage/direct the activities and people associated with small- to large-scale projects with a focus on communications and media production-related business applications and disciplines.
• Manage/direct all facets of single or multiple, multidimensional, mission-critical projects through the full project life cycle.
• Deliver quality project solutions to business problems or issues within defined budgets and/or timelines.
• Provide expert project guidance and support proactively through project completion.
• Prior experience with project management software systems
• Proven experience with design in both print and digital applications, marketing principals, technologies and opportunities.
• Communications, Advertising or Marketing Agency experience is required.
Responsibilities include:
• Serve as the main point of project intake and contact for customers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, including day-to-day project management and identifying new business opportunities.
• Create project timelines, estimates and purchase requests per Corporate Purchasing Guidelines to assure proper and timely billing.
• Work with Creative Director, other department managers, SMEs and clients to determine project direction, creative strategy and business objectives for communication campaigns and projects.
• Accurately convey creative objectives and project direction to internal and external resources.
• Schedule internal production staff and secure/align external resources.
• Establish and track project timelines from project onset through final delivery.
• Assure monthly billing is completed on time and accurately.
The Brella Package or What Brella gives back to our team:
  • A work-life balance employer offering market competitive salaries
  • Flexible work arrangement with hybrid remote workweek
  • Professional development with the option to master new skills and grow into other roles.
  • 10 paid vacation days, 5 paid sick days, 9 company holidays and additional time off as needed
  • 401(k) investment options with immediate 4% company match; socially responsible investment options
  • Tax free flex spending account (FSA) for out-of-pocket medical expenses, child, or elder care costs
  • Brella will pay up to ~$6900 per year for employee only insurance benefits once eligible. Includes:
    • Healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, with multiple plan options
    • Vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield and EyeMed, accepted at large optical shops
    • Dental coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with HMO and PPO dental plan options
    • Accident Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Basic life insurance coverage $15,000
  • Optional additional employee sponsored Term Life coverage for up to $200K
  • Optional employee sponsored short term disability, long term disability, and Critical Illness Insurance with full portability.
  • Optional employee paid coverage for spouse/life partner and/or children for health, dental, vision, term life-, short- and long-term disability and critical illness.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits in Illinois through the RTA Fare program for employee and family members
  • Personal assistant support and yearly legal and financial advice through Brella's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness programs offered through Brella's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Travel and Entertainment discount programs through Travel Perks and Tickets at Work.
  • Pet discount programs for veterinarian services and pet supplies through PetPlus & Pet Assure.
  • An active work culture based on collaboration and innovation with a nice mix of celebration.
  • Company sponsored charity initiatives
  • Flexible work environments with cutting edge technology
  • Seriously awesome people to work with

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