Senior IT Project Manager SAP Infrastructure

job summary:

The Senior IT Project Manager - SAP Infrastructure will lead complex SAP-related technology initiatives within the Information Technology department. This role manages infrastructure projects across multiple departments and external vendors, including SAP system upgrades, database migrations, and OS upgrades. The Project Manager is responsible for project planning, execution, budget and schedule management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication, following best practices and formal PMO methodologies. Success in this role requires hands-on technical project management expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and experience delivering infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $70 - 80 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

• Lead SAP infrastructure-related projects including upgrades to SAP systems, databases, and operating systems.
• Develop and maintain key project documents such as Project Charters, Management Plans, Requirements, Design Documents, Test Plans, and Implementation Plans.
• Create and manage detailed project schedules and budgets using Microsoft Project and Enterprise Project Management (EPM) tools.
• Track project risks, develop mitigation plans, and proactively resolve issues to keep projects on schedule.
• Conduct regular status meetings, produce weekly project status reports, and present updates to executive leadership and PMO reviews.
• Manage vendor relationships, including developing Statements of Work (SOWs) and evaluating vendor deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting within SharePoint and ensure configuration and change management processes are followed.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams, including technical leads, contractors, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure all operational readiness and quality assurance milestones are met before project go-live.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and integrating feedback into future project planning.

qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on IT project management experience, including managing complex infrastructure projects
• Minimum of 5 years managing SAP-related infrastructure initiatives (e.g., SAP upgrades, database upgrades, OS migrations)
• Experience leading multi-departmental projects with both internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Project Professional and Microsoft Enterprise Project Management (EPM) tools
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and SharePoint
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and issues
• PMP certification (preferred but not required)
• Experience managing projects within a formal PMO framework
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Primavera (preferred)

skills:

• Project Management Expertise
• Technical Infrastructure Knowledge
• SAP Systems and Upgrade Experience
• Risk and Issue Management
• Budget and Schedule Management
• Vendor and Contract Management
• Team Leadership and Collaboration
• Effective Communication Skills
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Documentation and Reporting Skills

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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