Adtech Project Manager Temporary

Summary:

• pureIntegration is a technology consulting firm with 20+ years of experience servicing Fortune 100 clients headquartered in the DC area.
• The company serves clients in the fast-growing industries of communications, media, and entertainment.
• The Adtech Project Manager will oversee the implementation and rollout of a ticketing system tailored to streamline workload management for an ad operations team.
• The role requires strong project management skills with experience in Zendesk/Jira or similar tools.
• This position is fully remote within the U.S. and will be a W-2 hourly engagement for 4 – 6 months.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project planning and execution for the ticketing system initiative, including requirements gathering, vendor evaluation, system configuration, testing, deployment, and post-launch support.
• Partner with Ad Operations, Product, and IT teams to define workload management needs and ensure the solution aligns with business objectives.
• Manage relationships with ticketing system vendors, including overseeing RFPs, demos, contract negotiations, and implementation timelines.
• Work closely with the Ad Operations team to map current processes and design workflows within the ticketing system that improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
• Develop and execute a change management plan, including training, documentation, and communication strategies, to ensure seamless adoption by all end users.
• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Establish KPIs for project success and user adoption, and deliver regular updates to leadership on project milestones, risks, and achievements.
• Coordinate with IT and technical teams to ensure smooth system integration with existing adtech and enterprise systems.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience, with a strong focus on ad tech or digital advertising operations.
• Experience managing ticketing or workflow management system rollouts is highly preferred.
• Deep understanding of digital advertising workflows, including campaign management, trafficking, media planning, and reporting.
• Familiarity with ad tech platforms (e.g., ad servers, DSPs, SSPs) is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to executive stakeholders and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, Zendesk, Salesforce), workflow automation tools, and API integrations.
• PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certifications are a plus.

Benefits:

• Candidates are eligible for limited benefits such as health insurance, professional development, training, referral bonus program, and wellness program.