The Role
The BC Senior Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) implementation and related projects, and ensure that the scope, resources and budget constraints are balanced. The Senior Project manager is responsible for creating the project management plan -as well as coordinating with the project Solution Architect to ensure that the team is executing to the plan in order to complete the project successfully by achieving the project goals within the established scope, schedule, budget, and quality, with a high degree of customer satisfaction. This role will also play a large part in process improvement and taking a proactive approach to ensure satisfied clients.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Execution
- Work with the client to understand their resource capabilities and constraints. Build a project plan taking this into account.
- Develop and implement project plans via the Western Computer Project Process.
- Ensure project plan and timeline aligns with client goals.
- Plan out work and deadlines for the project team.
- Define the project scope, goals, and deliverables that support the client's business goals.
Project Maintenance
- Monitor the project budget and hours allocations, making any adjustments as needed.
- Organize and facilitate project committee meetings and client meetings.
- Approve Project time for payroll processing.
- Coordinate with Solution Architect’s to ensure team member tasks are on target with communicated deadlines.
- Work with clients on follow up items and provide status updates as outlined in the project plan.
- Develop and successfully deliver large scale projects activities including but not limited to scheduling, resourcing, backlog management, and proposal development.
- Manage issues and escalations on projects, always demonstrating empathy and strong interpersonal skills.
Reporting
- Monitor applicable reports to track budget, forecasts, and available resources, etc.
- Keep reporting up to date and available per the project process.
Client Engagement
- Build strong and ongoing relationships with the client.
- Provide follow-ups and answer questions in a timely and thoughtful manner.
- Share client feedback with Practice Managers and suggest areas for continuous improvement.
Process Improvement
- Participate in Project Process Improvement efforts by providing feedback, suggesting best practices, and assisting with project process implementation.
Mentoring and Training
- Provide mentoring and guidance to Project Managers communicating best practices, project methodology, etc.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of Project Management experience including all aspects of project lifecycle execution.
- Proven experience leading successful full lifecycle Dynamics ERP Implementations
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Advanced strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong relationships with clients and WC team members.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics with a focus on Business Central.
- Experience with Microsoft’s Power Platform.
The Perks:
- Stellar Salary: Get ready to be rewarded handsomely, with a competitive OTE ranging from $120k - $155k USD per year. Your skills and experience are pure gold, and we want to show you the appreciation you deserve.
- Super Healthcare Benefits: Say goodbye to worries about medical, dental, and vision costs. We've got your back with access comprehensive healthcare coverage, and yours is covered!
- Retirement Treasure: Invest in your future with access to a 401(k)-retirement plan. Your financial security is important, and we're here to help you build it.
- Time to Chill: We believe in the power of relaxation. Enjoy generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, and those inevitable sick days. Work hard, but don't forget to play hard!
- **Remote Work Magic:**Embrace the freedom to work remotely from the location of your choice.
Who we are:
We've been on an exciting mission since 1987 to partner with customers as they transform and grow their businesses. As a Microsoft Solution Partner, we’re recognized as a top partner. We owe that success to our team of 150+ Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions experts who pair business needs with system capabilities to create the recipe for success. We are continuously innovating to maximize our customers’ technology investments. From our IP products to our teams who always have a little fun, we are not your average ERP company.
We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are more likely to only apply to jobs if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. Western Computer encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application!