Agency Resource Manager

Job Type Full-time Description Bodewell Group is seeking a full-time Agency Resource Manager to support resource planning and staffing coordination across our account, creative, digital, outreach, and production teams. This role partners closely with agency leadership, project managers, and account teams to plan and allocate resources effectively, ensuring the right people are assigned to the right work at the right time. The Agency Resource Manager plays a critical role in maintaining team sustainability, upholding quality standards, and supporting operational efficiency across the agency. About Bodewell Group At Bodewell Group, progress starts with people. We are a strategic engagement agency advancing the modern building blocks of society-water, energy, transportation, land and technology. Our 130+ team partners with public and private sector leaders to build understanding, align stakeholders and move complex initiatives forward, shaping the systems that communities rely on every day. We invest in the best and brightest-innovative thinkers, strategic advisors and collaborative problem-solvers who are committed to enhancing human prosperity and quality of life for generations to come. Recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work (2025-2026), we foster a culture grounded in trust and shared purpose while creating space for balance, connection and a life outside of work. If you want to do meaningful work that shapes communities and grow your career alongside people you trust, you'll find your place at Bodewell. Position: Location: This person must be located in San Diego, CA. Our offices operate on a hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite in the San Diego office. This role will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required. Compensation: The annual base amount for this position is dependent on several factors, including the candidate's geographic location, experience, and qualifications. The annual base amount may be adjusted based on market conditions in the location where the employee resides. A typical annual base range for this role is: $85,000- $110,000 (actual compensation may vary by location and will follow local regulations). Essential Functions / Responsibilities Manage resource allocation and staffing across all agency teams for new and existing projects, including account staff, creative and digital Provide agencywide visibility into resource capacity and utilization, supplying data, reporting, and recommendations to leadership to support day-to-day resource needs, staffing decisions and forward planning Own day-to-day resource allocation and traffic management for the creative and digital teams, assigning work, balancing workloads and adjusting resources as priorities shift Assign staff to projects based on skill set, availability, experience level and project priority Maintain and update agencywide staffing plans, schedules and utilization forecasts Balance short-term project demands with long-term capacity planning and team sustainability Track individual and team utilization; identify over- or under-utilization trends and proactively flag risks Partner with leadership to address bandwidth constraints, staffing gaps or burnout risks Serve as the central point of coordination between project managers, vertical leads and leadership regarding resourcing needs and priorities Facilitate regular resourcing meetings to review priorities, timelines, conflicts and upcoming work Support new business and proposal efforts by providing staffing plans, utilization estimates and feasibility assessments Own and maintain resourcing data within time tracking systems; ensure accuracy, visibility and consistency Improve resourcing workflows, tools, templates and reporting to increase efficiency and transparency Support onboarding, offboarding and freelance/contractor planning as agency staffing needs evolve Other duties as assigned Critical Skill Set: Managing resources across multidisciplinary teams Understanding agency workflows and cross-functional dependencies Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and time management Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills Ability to navigate resourcing decisions with diplomacy and sound judgment RequirementsTypically 3+ years of resource management or public relations, preferably in an agency or consulting environment Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, public relations, marketing, business, management or a related field Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Experience with project management and resourcing software (e.g., Workamajig, Kantata, BigTime, etc.) Familiarity with creative, digital and production workflows Understanding of agency environment preferred Why You'll Love Working Here We believe meaningful work must be supported by meaningful benefits. Bodewell supports your professional growth, financial stability, health and overall well-being so you can focus on building what matters. Flexible, Hybrid Schedule: A hybrid work model that supports flexibility, collaboration and work-life balance. Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage includes a no-cost medical plan option, along with dental, vision and FSA offerings. Financial Growth and Stability: Competitive salaries with clear paths for advancement, 401(k) participation, profit-sharing opportunities and life insurance benefits. Professional Growth and Opportunity: A professional development stipend, internal training programs, mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to influential stakeholders and complex, high-impact projects. Rest, Renewal and Well-Being: Three weeks of PTO, 13 paid holidays and a company wellness stipend for ClassPass. Community and Recognition: Company events and an employee recognition program celebrate contributions, milestones and the collaborative spirit that defines our culture.

Created: 2026-03-10