Project Manager (Only Locals)

Project Manager:

Our client in Arlington, VA has engaged a Systems Integrator to migrate their Oracle EBS system to the Cloud. The client is looking for a Client EngagementProject Manager responsible for managing the SI vendor thru the complete project life cycle, including approval, planning, execution, user training, and closeout to ensure planned results are achieved on time. Develop / Review budgets, timelines and ensure progress to plan, as well as track critical project achievements. Works with vendors and teams to establish and achieve goals. Coordinates the activities of cross-functional teams. Has in-depth project management experience, knowledge, and skills in own discipline.

Must be willing to work onsite at the client location in Arlington, VA. The project duration is for one years with an option to extend.

Responsibilities:

· Manage the client projects at a high level and serve as the client PM work in collaboration with the vendor implementing the project

· Uses formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks and changes.

· Manages project status and information in the form of formal briefings, project update meetings and written, electronic and graphic reports.

· Develops, maintains, and manages detailed project plans, action item registers and major milestone timelines for all assigned projects. Provides overall prioritization and director of work assignments, team resources etc. Monitor and creates project deliverables.

· Coordinates with other work streams, projectsand initiatives which may impact successful completion of project.

· Manages all assigned projects to completion ensuring on-time delivery, meeting of budgetary demands and maintaining overall project ownership.

· Acts as a single point of contact for projectstatus. Maintains communication with stakeholders.

· Facilitates project meetings.

· Addresses problems through risk managementand contingency planning and presents solutions and/or options to executive management. Ensures effective implementation of solutions/changes.

· Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

· Manages change request

· Address project issues and problems

· Coordinate vendor demos and lead internal staff training on new vendor systems, tools, and products.

Qualifications

· 5 years of experience managing large vendor/partnership contracts at all stages

· 5 years of experience working in a demanding, results-orientated environment

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience leading and facilitating meetings, and briefing senior leaders

· Experience managing ERP implementation is preferred

· PMI Certification & Bachelor’s Degree

· Experience implementing Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM / Finance is preferred.