Requisition Id 13136 Due to the security clearance requirements of this position, we are unable to consider EAD and Green Card holders. Additionally, Visa sponsorship of any kind is unavailable for this position (H1B, F1, OPT, H4, J1, etc.). Overview: We are hiring an ERP Deputy Project Manager to provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closeout of our current SAP upgrade from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA! This position resides in the Program, Portfolio, and Project Management Division of the Information Technology Services Directorate (ITSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This highly visible role interacts with leadership across the entire ORNL footprint as well as within ITSD, IT and all Research Directorates including section heads, group and team leaders, enterprise architects, vendors, principal investigators, R&D staff, and more. We fully expect the person in this role to take the S/4HANA upgrade experience gained to step into the role of Project Manager for future system upgrades! Major Duties/Responsibilities: * Develop and run Project Management Plans (PMP), Configuration Management Plans, Work Breakdown Structures, project tasking and sequencing for project schedules.

• Lead and direct matrixed project teams ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget and are of acceptable quality.
• Deliver project communications plans, appropriately summarize project statuses, collaborate with project workstream/task leads, project sponsors, Service Portfolio Managers (SPM), ITSD leadership teams and resources.
• Identify, diagnose, and make recommendations on project risks as well as identify mitigation strategies.
• Assesses project risks/issues, problems, implements corrective actions, drives baseline changes where vital.
• Advocate for project management by providing information, recommendations, guidance, and assistance to business & IT staff to elevate overall project management knowledge.
• Prepare and present presentations and reports as required, providing recommendations and findings on matters relating to projects.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success. Basic Qualifications: * A BS in project management, computer science, information systems, information technology, business management, or a related field of study and eight (8) to twelve (12) years of applicable experience are required for consideration.
• Seven (7) years of project management experience with at least four (4) years of experience in a lead role. * Understanding of IT hardware, software, and systems * Proven practical experience in IT project work, especially application development and major infrastructure/technology deployments and upgrades.
• Knowledge of modern application SDLC processes like Agile.
• A thorough understanding of PMI/PMBOK Process Groups and Knowledge Areas, and hands-on experience with the processes within the Knowledge Areas of Integration, scope, time, cost, communication, risk, and customer management.
• Significant experience with project planning and management tools, particularly in terms of scope organization, defining deliverables & requirements, detailed scheduling & cost estimation, resource loading, budgeting, status & reporting, change control, and maintaining post-project lessons learned. Preferred Qualifications: * An MS project management, computer science, information systems, information technology, business management, or a related field of study.
• Extensive experience in SAP ERP (SAP ECC, SAP S/4 Hana) for all areas supporting the business functions in Supply Chain Management, Procure-to-Pay, Order to Cash, MM, WMS
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or equivalent certifications
• Experience with IT-specific project management methods, such as Agile and its associated processes.
• Experience operating with the difficulty of an SDLC.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work on a variety of assignments with minimal direction.
• Proven interpersonal skills working in a matrix/collaborative environment with a broad variety of individuals, particularly including scientists, engineers, managers, administrators, and technicians.
• Strong communicator at all levels of an organization including executive management and external. Special Requirements: * Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. Benefits at ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: or call 1.866.963.9545. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.