Our Consulting Team is looking for an experienced Business and Software Transformation Project Manager to join our Local Government Practice Group as a Senior Consultant - supporting the firm and our municipal clients as they plan for, and ultimately replace, enterprise software solutions including; ERP, HCM/HRIS, Financial Management, Utility Billing/Customer Information Systems, and related best-of-breed software systems.

In addition to projects supporting the assessment and selection of new enterprise software solutions, this role will spend a portion of the time serving as a client-side project manager for the implementation of the solutions our clients select – interacting with the selected software vendor and the client teams on a regular basis. This position will primarily support client engagements in the western half of the United States, during typical Central, Mountain, and/or Pacific time zone business hours.

This position will work remotely, joining a team that predominantly includes remote colleagues. You will serve as a key liaison with client and vendor teams as they plan for the acquisition and implementation of enterprise software solutions - helping to guide and direct the work of the client team while serving as the primary conduit with the software/services vendor teams. You will bring your experience with ERP systems and software implementation projects to help navigate the complexities of a multi-year software deployment. 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 will ideally be demonstrated in one or more of the following areas - local government business processes; enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; or implementation project management or business process analysis - and will make you a trusted advisor to our local government clients. Experience with organizational change management is a plus.

Travel Expectations: BerryDunn consultants have the willingness and ability to travel to client sites and this can range from 25-40%.

• Lead delivery of services to clients on time, within scope, and within budget, including leading the project team and crafting written work
• Lead meetings and interviews with client stakeholders and assist in documenting client needs and challenges
• Partner with client staff to develop and administer procurement activities, including: project scoping, Request for Proposal (RFP) development, software demonstrations, reference checks, site visits, and contract scoping
• 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
• At least 4-6 years project management experience
• High quality communication skills, including both in written form and verbal
• Ability to balance multiple priorities to autonomously achieve quality results in a timely manner
• Ability to work across time zones
• Ability to use problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills to resolve project issues
• Experience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groups
• 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
• Knowledge of quality assurance/control procedures and demonstrated proactive problem management skills
• Positive, “can do” demeanor that encourages and motivates others
• Ideally an in-depth understanding of enterprise software functionality, methodology, technology, and integrations
• Ideally 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

The base salary range targeted for this role is $90,000 - $120,000. 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.

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