Associate Project Manager

2 months ago

Grayslake, United States The Imagine Group, LLC Full time

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let’s Imagine a better way together.

The Associate Project Manager works closely with our experienced project management team to ensure that print projects are executed efficiently and meet quality standards.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with other project managers/account managers, clients, creative teams, and vendors to understand project requirements and objectives.
- Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets under the guidance of senior project managers.
- Help coordinate project activities, resources, and tasks to ensure timely project completion.
- Assist in managing the print production process, from prepress to delivery, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Communicate project updates, timelines, and deliverables to internal teams and clients.
- Collect quotes from suppliers and assist in negotiating pricing to maintain cost-effective project execution and on budget.
- Troubleshoots any project issues by identifying the root cause and implementing corrective actions to ensure on-time delivery of the project to our customers.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential risks, escalating them to senior project managers as needed.
- Contribute to project meetings by taking notes, tracking action items, and providing updates.
- Participate in the proofing and approval process to ensure project accuracy.
- Maintain organized project documentation, including schedules, reports, and final assets.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Minimum Qualifications of Position**:

- Degree in business, general studies, or equivalent experience
- Highly organized and able to multi-task
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent Communication both internally and externally

**Knowledge and Skills**:

- Strong interest in print production and project management
- Basic understanding or print production processes, materials, and terminology is a plus
- Prioritize and execute project task to provide smooth flow of progress throughout the project until on-time completion.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with external partners including vendors and subcontractors always treating them fairly and professionally in all interactions
- Proactively manage changes in project scope utilizing problem solving techniques to identify potential issues and devise contingency plans as required
- Detail-with good organizational abilities
- Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn from experienced team members
- Able to work independently and as part of a team

**Supervisory Responsibilities**:

- Not applicable

**Physical Requirements**:

- Occasional walking
- Manual dexterity for repetitive work
- Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time
- Travel: as needed by client
- Chemicals: N/A
- Ability to lift, push and pull: N/A

The national pay range for this role is $48,300.00 - $55,900.00 per year. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

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Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion are not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

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