Senior Data Analytics Project Manager

About Making Science

Making Science is an international digital acceleration company with over 1,200 experts across 15 markets, including Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Colombia, France, Italy, the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Germany, Georgia, and the USA. As a proud consulting partner of Local Planet — the world's premier network of independent media agencies — we deliver a suite of digital, technology, and performance marketing services to a global clientele. Our expertise spans digital marketing and MarTech, software and cloud solutions, artificial intelligence, and SaaS, all underscored by a relentless pursuit of innovation.

Making Science was ranked 15th in the FT1000: Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies 2023. Committed to making a positive impact, Making Science actively engages in various ESG initiatives. We've joined forces with the Climate Pledge, the United Nations Global Compact, and Pledge1%, dedicating resources and efforts to support non-profit organizations. Through these endeavors, we are committed to driving meaningful change for a brighter, more sustainable future.

As part of its commitment to innovation, Making Science offers its clients end-to-end capabilities required for consulting, development, integration, and maintenance of advanced IT solutions. Our global network of delivery hubs not only fosters job growth but also serves as an incubator for cultivating top-tier tech talent, fueling projects that accelerate transformation and modernisation.

Our team is composed of digital native professionals, who have a wide knowledge in the different stages and disciplines of the digital transformation: Digital Strategy, Infrastructures, Software Development, Creativity and UX/UI Design, Digital Marketing, and Big Data.

Making Science is People Centric, and we actively bet on our employees We believe that they are the key to any successful business, and therefore, our greatest asset. We strive to provide daily learning opportunities for those who work with us and their colleagues. It is also really important that they enjoy what they do, and have positive experiences. We want our employees to feel proud of their accomplishments, and that they belong to a company that is in constant growth, because each person's contribution is essential to achieve our success. Do you want to be part of this great family?

 We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Data Analytics Project Manager who possesses a unique blend of robust project management discipline and deep, practical expertise in the data analytics landscape. Reporting to the Global Data Lead, you will be instrumental in leading complex projects focused on data analytics implementations, migrations, reporting, and optimization. You will bridge the gap between technical analytics requirements and successful project delivery, ensuring that our data initiatives provide actionable insights and measurable value to our clients and internal stakeholders. Your role involves managing project scope, timelines, resources, client communication, and coordinating effectively across departments, often in an international context.

 

Analytics Project Leadership & Delivery:

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of data analytics projects, including tool implementations (GA4, Adobe Analytics), migrations (e.g., UA to GA4), tracking audits, tag management deployments, and advanced reporting initiatives.
• Define clear project scope, objectives, deliverables, success criteria, and timelines, ensuring alignment with client business goals and leveraging your understanding of analytics tool capabilities (GA4, Adobe, GTM/Launch).
• Develop detailed project plans, manage budgets, and track progress against milestones.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to gather and translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications for analytics tracking, configuration, and reporting.
• Ensure technical feasibility and advise on the best approaches for implementing tracking solutions using GA4, Adobe Analytics, GTM, Adobe Launch/Tags, and associated data layers.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on project matters, managing expectations, providing regular updates, and presenting deliverables.
• Coordinate seamlessly with other internal departments (e.g., Development, Marketing, Sales) to ensure project alignment and success.
• Contribute to the definition and refinement of internal processes and best practices for analytics project delivery, implementation, and data governance.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies proactively.

Strategic Contribution & Business Growth:

• Support the Data Global Lead in identifying new business opportunities related to data analytics services.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in data analytics and project management.
  
   

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Languages: Native Portuguese (Brazil) and professional fluency in English (written and verbal) is essential.

Proven track record (4-5+ years) in Project Management, specifically leading projects focused on data analytics implementations, migrations, and strategy.

Demonstrable experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects with multiple stakeholders, potentially in an international setting.

Data Analytics Expertise (Essential): Strong, hands-on understanding and practical experience with core data analytics platforms:

Google Analytics 4 (GA4): In-depth knowledge of configuration, event-based tracking setup (via GTM), standard & custom reporting, exploration analysis, audience building.

Experience managing UA to GA4 migration projects is a significant advantage.

Tag Management Systems (TMS): Expertise in Google Tag Manager (GTM)

Experience in Adobe Analytics is a plus

Exceptional ability to analyze complex data, identify insights, and solve technical and strategic problems.

Ability to understand client needs, translate them into technical solutions, and communicate business value.

Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.

Experience leading projects with multiple stakeholders, managing deadlines, and ensuring quality delivery.

Ability to work independently, research new solutions, and take initiative.

Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams.

 

Perks of joining us

We give you complete stability with an indefinite job contract.

We offer a fixed salary according to your worth and experience, plus a performance based bonus.

Do you know someone that fits in Making Science? Refer him or her, and you can get a bonus if they're hired

Feedback is part of our day to day lives. We recognize a job well done through a continuous feedback model.

The opportunity to meet our international team with our Ambassadors Program.

We care about a healthy work-life balance. You can count on having flexible working hours and one day a week where you can work from home.

You will never stop learning with us: subsidized training, free language classes, learning capsules, an e-learning platform, and many more.

Work comfortably and follow your own style, because we don't have a dress code.

We know how to have a good time

Never go hungry with our free daily fruit and our vending machine card

Take a break on our terrace, play foosball, darts, or PlayStation

Be a part of a young, adventurous, and professional team, with people you'll grow fond of