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Senior Project Manager - SAP Implementation

Senior Project Manager - SAP Implementation

Blue Star Partners, LLCChicago, IL, United States
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Job Title : Senior Project Manager – SAP Implementation

Location : Preference given to candidates in Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, or Virginia

Remote : Open to remote with travel, but schedule could be alternating 4 days onsite, 6 days remote.

Period : 02 / 03 / 2025 – 08 / 31 / 2025 (strong likelihood of extension through September 2025)

Hours / Week : 40 hours

Rate : $100 – $110 / hour

Contract Type : W-2 only, no visa sponsorships or subcontracting

Scope of Services :

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the SAP implementation within the Work and Asset Management program for a utilities client. This role requires a strategic and hands-on approach to project management, ensuring that all project phases from planning through execution are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Senior Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage risks and issues, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and ensure smooth integration of SAP systems into the existing infrastructure.

Role, Responsibilities & Deliverables :

1. Project Planning and Execution

  • Lead the development of the project plan, including detailed timelines, deliverables, resources, and milestones for the SAP implementation.
  • Oversee and manage the execution of all project phases, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

2. Stakeholder Management and Communication

  • Coordinate and engage with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of goals, expectations, and project deliverables.
  • Provide regular updates on project progress, issues, and risks to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
  • 3. Risk and Issue Management

  • Identify potential risks and issues early in the project lifecycle, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring effective resolution.
  • Maintain a risk register and track the status of project risks, adjusting the plan as needed.
  • 4. Resource Management

  • Allocate and manage resources, ensuring the project has the necessary support at each stage.
  • Monitor the performance of internal and external teams, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
  • 5. Budget and Cost Control

  • Manage project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial constraints.
  • Track project expenses and manage costs effectively to avoid budget overruns.
  • 6. Quality Assurance

  • Ensure the highest quality standards are adhered to across all project deliverables.
  • Coordinate with quality assurance teams to monitor and validate that the system implementation meets the expected criteria.
  • 7. Project Reporting and Documentation

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, status updates, and lessons learned.
  • Ensure that all project documentation is up to date and accessible to all stakeholders.
  • 8. Change Management Support

  • Collaborate with the Change Management team to ensure that the project supports effective user adoption and minimizes resistance to new systems and processes.
  • Required Experience :

  • Minimum of 7-10 years in project management, particularly for SAP or other enterprise software implementations.
  • Proven experience in managing large-scale ERP system implementations, with a focus on SAP.
  • Experience managing complex projects in a Work and Asset Management program or similar industry, ideally in utilities.
  • Strong background in managing cross-functional teams, vendor relationships, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Experience in utilities, specifically electric energy, is a plus.
  • Key Skills :

  • Project Management Expertise : Deep understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
  • Stakeholder Management : Ability to engage and manage relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from executive leadership to project teams.
  • Risk and Issue Management : Strong ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
  • Budget Management : Experience with budget planning, tracking, and financial oversight for large-scale projects.
  • Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
  • Leadership : Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project success.
  • Problem-Solving : Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and drive execution.
  • Experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, and / or Lemur : Experience with these platforms is a plus.
  • Education & Certifications :

  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Certifications : SAP Certification (preferred).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Certification is a plus.
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