Project Manager II

Our client is looking to hire a Project Manager for a leading creative agency with expertise in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and regulated industries. Join a dynamic team that specializes in delivering high-quality, compliance-driven interactive projects in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

You’ll join the Interactive Studio team to oversee the production and execution of complex digital projects within heavily regulated industries. This is a 1-year contract opportunity located in Irvine, California, with a hybrid work model.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Schedule and lead assessment meetings to establish project scope, timelines, and compliance requirements for interactive projects in regulated sectors.
• Develop and manage project schedules, scopes of work, and estimates for interactive digital solutions, ensuring all regulatory guidelines are met.
• Navigate internal approval, editorial, and regulatory review processes, ensuring all projects comply with industry standards (e.g., FDA, medical device regulations).
• Serve as the key liaison between accounts, editorial, and the interactive studio teams, managing day-to-day project progress and ensuring smooth communication across departments.
• Provide strategic digital technology consultation to set project parameters and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Act as the bridge between technical and creative teams, ensuring projects align with both client needs and regulatory standards.
• Lead production meetings related to interactive projects, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Oversee the routing process, dynamically managing the reviewers list, and preparing all jobs for ZINC submission while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate resources across studio, programming, and creative teams to drive the successful delivery of interactive projects.

Project Manager Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in project management within an agency environment, ideally with exposure to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or other regulated industries.
• BA degree or equivalent experience in business, project management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory environment, especially within pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with a focus on compliance, quality assurance, and timely delivery.
• Proven experience working in interactive media, with a deep understanding of digital technology and creative workflows.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across cross-functional teams.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Project Manager opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.