Digital Project Manager
Toronto, hybrid
DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world's most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We're 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.

This is a 6 month fixed term employee contract, with likelihood of extension. The role is fully hybrid, working EST hours from Canada, in Toronto.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy.

JOB PURPOSE

This role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients.

DEPT is looking for an adaptable, high energy Digital Project Manager to join our fast paced agency team for a 6 month contract with likelihood of extension. In this role, you will lead high-impact digital initiatives for an equally fast-moving client. They will be responsible for managing 1-3 workstreams of 1 client in the digital and AI space. Activities will include launching products, support of marketing initiatives and cutting-edge digital experience.

You will serve as the engine that powers product design and development, bridging the gap between strategy, design, technical execution, and client expectations. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, naturally brings order to chaos,



and stays calm when priorities pivot. If you have experience managing cross-functional teams of UX/UI designers and developers, and are genuinely excited about leveraging AI to optimize workflows and build contemporary digital experience, we want to talk to you

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Project Management & Delivery

- Drive Execution: Manage the end-to-end delivery of complex web, AI and digital products from discovery through launch and optimization.
- Organize Dynamic Tasks: Structure complex, multi-threaded projects; establish clear milestones, sprint plans, and deliverables amidst shifting requirements.
- Cross-Functional Team Management: Manage asset delivery for UX/UI designers, front-end/back-end developers to deliver high-quality work on schedule.
- Client & Stakeholder Management: Client support to a high-speed client, facilitating clear communication, setting realistic expectations, and managing scope changes gracefully.
- Project Management: Build, update and manage status documents and resource allocation and planning.
- Risk & Resource Management: Proactively identify bottlenecks, clear road blocks for technical and creative teams, and manage resource allocation across active workstreams.

Team & AI Integration

- AI Tooling & Workflow Optimization: Encouraged to explore, pilot,



and integrate emerging AI tools to streamline agency and client workflows.
- Modern Product Delivery: Facilitate agile syncs (daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and design reviews) adapted for high-velocity teams.

WHAT YOU BRING:

- Agency & Client-Side Experience: 4+ years of digital project management experience within a fast-paced agency or high-growth workplace.
- Creative & Technical Fluency: Proven track record leading design teams (UX/UI, design systems, research) and engineering teams (custom web/app development, APIs, integrations).
- AI Enthusiasm: Hands-on experience with or a solid curiosity about AI tools, generative workflows, and how AI impacts modern design and development ecosystems.
- Thrives in Ambiguity: Comfortable operating without a complete map; capable of translating loose briefs and evolving goals into clear, actionable plans accommodating rapid change
- Agility, Adaptability & Flexibility: Able to pivot quickly with shifting timelines without losing momentum or compromising product quality under tight deadlines, while remaining calm under pressure
- Problem Solver: A steady, decisive presence who calmly navigates high-stakes deadlines and fluid scope.
- Strong Communicator: Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, able to speak fluently with engineers, creative directors, and client executives alike.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 CAD. Salary is based on relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact.

WE OFFER

- A flexible, hybrid working policy
- An excellent salary based on experience a

📌 Digital Project Manager (Toronto)
🏢 DEPT®
📍 Toronto