BerryDunn is seeking an ERP Implementation Project Manager to join our Local Government Practice Group within our Consulting Team. You will serve as our clients’ Project Manager working with client and vendor teams as they implement enterprise software. This position is planned to remotely serve our clients in the Central and/or Eastern time zones. You will report to senior management within our Local Government Practice Group's Enterprise Digital Transformation practice.

You will bring a mix of demonstrated project management capabilities, exceptional organizational and self-management qualities, strong leadership capabilities, effective written and verbal communication skills. Your experience in one or more of the following areas: local government business processes, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, implementation project management or business process analysis will make you a trusted advisor to our local government clients. Experience with organizational change management is a plus.

Travel Expectations: BerryDunn consultants travel to client sites can range from 35-50%.

• Lead delivery of services to clients on time, within scope, and within budget, including leading the project team and crafting written work
• Supervise the full implementation life cycle of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software on behalf of clients including the following aspects:
• Develop project governance model and initial project planning documents, review planning and initiation plans from the software vendor
• Supervise vendor performance, coordinate task assignments to align with the vendor’s project plan, work as client’s primary liaison to vendor contact
• Maintain the project and resource plans, conduct ongoing status meetings/reporting, track project performance against indicators including scope, schedule, and cost baselines, coordinate task completion by client staff, manage our client project team including IT, Finance, and HR staff
• Participate in assessment, configuration, testing, and training sessions as facilitated by vendor staff and help to facilitate the client-side decision-making process and tracking of open items and decisions
• Identify and report on project risks to client and vendor staff, coordinate the resolution/mitigation of identified risks
• Build User Acceptance Testing plan and scripts, provide oversight of client testing, conduct analysis of testing results for executive reporting
• Lead the circulation of project deliverables for client review and collect feedback
• Participate in our internal operations including new business development and staff development efforts

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Computer Sciences, Public Administration ore related field
• 5 or more years’ experience working with state or local government in one or more of the following areas: enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, implementation project management, business process analysis or government accounting
• Consulting experience in a national or regional consulting firm on assignments with public sector clients, relevant independent consulting experience, or prior employment with a software vendor in requirements gathering and software testing
• Ability to use problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills to resolve project issues
• Experience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groups
• High quality communication skills, including both in written form and verbal
• Ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with diverse teams
• Ability to working in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing dynamics and priorities in order to meet established deadlines
• Ability to remain highly responsive to internal and external communications
• Positive, “can do” demeanor that encourages and motivates others
• A current project management certification (PMP or CAPM) or organizational change management certification preferred

The base salary range targeted for this role is $90,000 - $130,000. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact careers@berrydunn.com to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. 

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.