PROJECT MANAGER – CLIENT DELIVERY (CONTRACT) Earley Information Science (EIS) is a growing professional services firm dedicated to helping organizations optimize information to become customer-driven and AI-enabled. Backed by a deep history and outstanding reputation, Earley Information Science consistently delivers value to clients across multiple industries, including dozens of Fortune 1000 companies. We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to assume ownership of the planning and delivery of small to mid- size client projects. The project manager will also be asked to manage significant tracks/workstreams in a larger program structure. You will be joining a passionate, national team of experts with deep experience and relationships in B2B Manufacturing, Distribution, Financial Services and Life Sciences. This is a contract position with the opportunity to convert to a permanent full-time position in the future (6-12 months). RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Management Work with Engagement Lead and/or Client Partner to develop work breakdown plans, scope definition, and schedules for client delivery projects Manage the ongoing project schedule, milestones, resources, issues and risks Schedule and run internal delivery team design discussions and regular team stand-ups to support overall progress and identify potential issues in near real-time Run and manage regular status meetings with client and overall client communications plan Approve team resource time, and manage overall time to schedule and budget parameters Escalate issues and risks with Earley and client leadership, where needed. Develop and articulate risk mitigation plans Solution Delivery When needed, work as business analyst to support and own research and analysis in support of overall project deliverable and team goals Serve as a QC checkpoint for final client deliverables where applicable Update and manage project management methodology and processes CORE VALUES: Ideal candidates must demonstrate EIS’ core values daily. Honesty and Transparency Sense of Urgency Practical & Innovative Stronger as a Team Than Individuals Customer Obsessed Do What We Say QUALIFICATIONS: Required 5+ years of experience working in a professional service, marketing agency, or consulting organization 3+ years of demonstrated experience delivering information management or digital/web solutions in a project manager or production lead role Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas: Product Data Management, Knowledge Management, Content Management, Customer Engagement (CRM, DXP, CDP’s) Ideal Project management experience that includes scoping and executing smaller to mid-sized projects assuming full accountability for project success Working proficiency in principles of Data Science, AI, Information Science, and Management, including Taxonomy and Information Architecture, Search, Data Quality, or Governance Experience in leading project lifecycle from ideation through handoff, with some demonstrated level of Agile/Scrum experience PMP or Agile / Scrum (CSM, ACP) Certification preferred Ability to frame a problem, approach, and build and execute plans Skills & Knowledge • Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills Familiarity with project management and collaborative software platform tools (JIRA, Basecamp, Asana, Slack, MS Project and Teams) Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively Collaborative – Ability to work in a team environment Creative thinking and analytical problem-solving Sound business acumen and analytical skills LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must be US-based, Central or Eastern time zones preferred. Travel: 10-20%