Data Project Manager - 3 Month Contract

We are Brainlabs, the High-Performance media agency, on a mission to become the world's biggest and best independent media agency. We plan and buy media that delivers profitable and sustained business impact. And what’s our formula? Superteams of Brainlabbers, fueled by data and enabled by technology.

Brainlabs has always been a culture-first company. In fact, from the very beginnings of the agency a set of shared principles, philosophies and values was documented in The Brainlabs Handbook, helping us create our unique culture.

As with everything here we always seek to adapt and improve so The Brainlabs Handbook has been fine-tuned to become The Brainlabs Culture Code.

This Culture Code consists of 12 codes that talk to what it means to be a Brainlabber. It’s a joint commitment to continuous development and creating a company that we can all be proud of, where Brainlabbers can turn up to do great work, make great friends and win together.

You can read The Brainlabs Culture Code in full here.

Role type: Temporary - 3 Months with Possibility for Extension
Team: Data Team
Reporting to: Associate Director, Data Strategy
Estimated Start: September 2025
Location: Grand Central Tower, 2, 140 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017
Work Authorization: This role is open to US Citizens/Permanent Residents and non-citizens allowed to work for any US employer. We are unable to sponsor any work authorizations for this role.

What's the role

We are seeking an experienced Data Project Manager to join our digital-first media agency. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader who can develop and execute comprehensive data projects that drive measurable business outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of project management, marketing and business strategy, leading the development of robust data initiatives that balance both long-term data infrastructure goals and short-term analytical deliverables.

So, tell me about the company

Brainlabs is culture-first. You’ve probably heard other companies describe themselves as people, clients, or profit first – but we see people, clients and profit as the building blocks of our ecosystem. Culture powers all three and we know that when the ecosystem is balanced, we all win! That's why the culture we cultivate is a culture of winning together.

To learn more about what it’s like to be a Brainlabber, check out our culture code.

What you do

• Responsible for understanding business objectives and data strategy to develop, implement, and execute comprehensive data project plans
• Develop cross-functional data strategies that align with organizational goals and data governance policies
• Includes, but not limited to: project scoping, resource allocation, timeline management, risk assessment, quality assurance frameworks, and compliance protocols
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate organizational needs into actionable data project objectives
• Drive innovation in data approaches, incorporating the latest industry trends and best practices
• Partner with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of data strategy, governance, and delivery, including:
  
  
• Business stakeholders and executives: Foster strong partnerships to understand business needs and data requirements
• Data engineering and analytics teams: Develop and implement technical frameworks to support project objectives
• IT and infrastructure teams: Ensure seamless integration of data systems and security protocols
• Compliance and legal teams: Ensure data projects adhere to regulatory requirements and data protection standards
• Vendor and technology partners: Develop innovative solutions and evaluate new data technologies

• Responsible for partnering with senior leadership, data analysts, and business leads to bring proactive thought leadership to data initiatives
  
  

Who you are

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data project management, with significant expertise in marketing-led data projects
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful end-to-end data management projects
• Experience with data architecture, data modeling, and data quality assurance methodologies
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
• Proficiency with database systems, ETL processes, and data analytics platforms
• Strong experience with data management technologies (data warehouses, lakes, pipelines, and cloud platforms)
• Strong experience in data science methodologies (e.g. python)
• Proven experience taking complex technical concepts and building easy-to-understand presentations for both technical and business audiences
• Strong presentation, communication, and leadership abilities
• PMP, Agile, or similar project management certification preferred

What happens next

We know searching for a job is tough and that you want to find the best career and employer for you. We also want to ensure that this position is the best fit for both you and us. Therefore, you will participate in a comprehensive interview process that includes skills interviews with our team. The goal of this process is to allow you to get to know us as we learn more about you.

Brainlabs actively seeks and encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and identities. 

Thank you for your interest in Brainlabs! We look forward to getting to know you!

 

 

What happens next?

We know searching for a job is tough and that you want to find the best career and employer for you. We also want to ensure that this position is the best fit for both you and us. Therefore, you will participate in a comprehensive interview process that includes skills interviews with our team. The goal of this process is to allow you to get to know us as we learn more about you.

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Brainlabs actively seeks and encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and identities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace: we are committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the application process, please let us know!

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