Senior Digital Project Manager (6-Month Fixed Term)

About the role

DEPT, a growth agency at the intersection of technology and marketing, is hiring a Senior Digital Project Manager (also called Senior Producer) in Toronto, Ontario, on a 6-month fixed-term contract with a likelihood of extension. The role is fully hybrid, working EST hours from Canada, and sits within the Global Studios team, which creates conversion-focused digital communications at scale. You will lead up to six workstreams for one client in the digital and AI space, managing product launches, marketing initiatives and digital experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of complex web, AI and digital products from discovery through launch and optimization
• Structure multi-threaded projects with milestones, sprint plans and deliverables despite shifting requirements
• Manage asset delivery for UX/UI designers and front-end/back-end developers
• Lead a high-speed client, set realistic expectations and handle scope changes
• Maintain status documents, resource allocation and planning
• Identify bottlenecks and manage resources across workstreams
• Pilot and integrate emerging AI tools to streamline agency and client workflows
• Run agile ceremonies such as daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives and design reviews

Required profile

• Digital project management experience in a fast-paced agency or high-growth environment
• Experience leading design teams (UX/UI, design systems, research) and engineering teams (web/app development, APIs, integrations)
• Hands-on experience with or strong curiosity about AI tools and generative workflows
• Able to turn loose briefs and evolving goals into clear plans, and to adapt quickly to changing timelines
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working policy
• Salary of $70,000 - $80,000 CAD depending on experience
• 15 days paid holiday plus public holidays, mental health support and company sick pay
• Family-friendly policies, social and cultural events, learning and development, and a buddy programme