Project Manager

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world's leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we're on the hunt for a new Project Manager.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

As a Project Manager for North Highland, you will help drive a transformational ERP implementation program encompassing two distinct projects - Finance, Accounting and Supply Chain Management or Human Capital Management. In the role of Deputy Program Manager for one of these critical workstreams, you will coordinate and manage key activities ensuring successful delivery aligned with overall program objectives. This opportunity requires expertise in managing complex ERP implementations, strong stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams in a dynamic utility environment.

YOU WILL:

• Lead a workstream ensuring all project deliverables are met on time and within budget
• Ensure alignment between multiple workstreams, teams, and stakeholders
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document requirements
• Identify and document dependencies and ensure working teams and leadership are informed
• Ensure project plans, schedules, and status reports are maintained and updated
• Coordinate and manage the activities of internal teams and external consultants
• Work closely with Change Management team to ensure engagement of various teams during implementation and ultimately successful adoption of the new ERP system by users
• Identify, mitigate and as necessary, escalate risks and issues
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Senior Program Manager and other key stakeholders
• Develop, prepare and submit project management plan and subsidiary plan for approval within twenty (20) business days
• Execute the project in accordance with the approved project management plan including the approved scope, cost, and schedule baselines

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• Experience in ERP transformation (Successfactors and Workday would be Ideal) or similar projects on large, cross-functional enterprise programs, preferably in the utility or government space
• Program management capabilities including program strategic alignment, program governance, program life cycle management, program benefits management, and program stakeholder engagement
• Strong project management skills covering project planning, project delivery, resource management, scope management, stakeholder and communication management, risk management, quality management, performance monitoring, integration management, and cost management
• Project controls expertise including cost estimation and management, scheduling, risk management, quality management, change control, reporting, earned value management, and document control
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate between multiple workstreams in a business transformation project involving people, process, and technology components
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing external consultants

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success-for both our clients and our colleagues-is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here's how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative-one which we'll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We'll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener-regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you-colleagues and clients alike. If you've got the drive to become a changemaker, we'll do the rest.

Enviable Total Rewards. We inspire our employees to do their best work. North Highland's Total Rewards Program encompasses PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k), and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, commuter benefits, and legal assistance. In addition, a competitive hourly rate of: $ 90.00 - $ 100.00

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It's how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we're recognized as the world's leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts?in?50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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