Implementation Project Manager

Job Description

Position: Sr PMO Project Manager – ERP Implementation (Enterprise PMO / D365)

Location: Hybrid onsite 1 week a month + 25–50% domestic / international travel

Duration: 12-36 months / this is a fulltime contract-to-Hire | Potential to Convert to Permanent

I am looking for a Sr PMO Project Manager to lead a global, enterprise-wide Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP implementation from end to end. This role sits within the Enterprise PMO and will serve as a strategic driver for execution, governance, risk management, and stakeholder alignment across business units and geographies. The ideal candidate has successfully led multiple full-cycle ERP implementations and is comfortable navigating complex organizations and hybrid delivery environments.

You will be a key driver of transformation for a mission-critical ERP program, working within a collaborative, performance-focused team. This is a high-visibility role with strong support from executive leadership and opportunity for long-term growth within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Having multiple workstreams, you will lead the end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365, including planning, execution, integration, go-live, and post-deployment support.
• Own project governance in alignment with PMO standards: schedule, scope, risk, financials, resource management, vendor oversight, and reporting.
• Manage cross-functional global project teams and stakeholders across IT, Finance, Operations, and external partners.
• Execute project delivery using a hybrid approach (Agile/Waterfall), ensuring efficient workflows and milestone adherence.
• Develop detailed project plans, charters, roadmaps, and executive updates.
• Lead change management and readiness efforts to ensure successful user adoption and business alignment.
• Identify, manage, and resolve project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Collaborate closely with business and technical leads to ensure successful system integration and data migration activities.
• Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to junior PMs and project coordinators within the PMO.

Qualifications:

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or other relevant project management certification(s).
• Experience with global ERP rollouts and working across multiple time zones and business units.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile frameworks
• 10+ years of project management experience in complex enterprise environments.
• 5+ years of experience leading full-cycle ERP implementations, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Deep knowledge of project governance, financial management, and risk mitigation practices.
• Proven experience working within or directly with a formal PMO structure.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and project collaboration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
• Strong understanding of business processes in manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and/or operations.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with 25–50% domestic and international travel.

About us…Sterling Engineering…we offer FULL BENEFITS! As a Sterling Engineering W2 employee on contract, you receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical plans to choose from, Dental & Vision plans, 401(k) with a match, and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.