Job Description

Senior Project Manager – ERP (HR & Payroll Workstreams)

Location: Remote (with light travel to Los Alamos, NM)

Pay Rate: $100/hr – $110/hr

Job Type: Full-Time Contract (6 months, likely extension)

Schedule: Standard schedule (flexible, aligned to program needs)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead HR and Payroll workstreams within a large-scale ERP transformation (Oracle to SAP S/4HANA) supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

This is a high-visibility, mission-critical role responsible for driving day-to-day execution, aligning with program leadership, and ensuring delivery across complex, cross-functional teams.

You will operate in a highly structured, matrixed environment , partnering with business leaders, IT, and vendors to ensure successful ERP implementation.

Position Details

• Pay: $100/hr – $110/hr
• Duration: 6-month contract (strong extension potential)
• Location: 100% Remote (light travel to LANL as needed)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Clearance: TBD (DOE experience preferred but not required)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of HR & Payroll ERP workstreams
• Manage scope, schedule, and deliverables aligned with program milestones
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules
• Coordinate across business, IT, SMEs, and system integrators
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies
• Ensure adherence to program governance, controls, and reporting
• Drive stakeholder communication and alignment across all levels
• Serve as primary escalation point for HR/Payroll workstreams

Minimum Requirements

• 8+ years of project management experience
• 5+ years leading ERP-related workstreams
• Direct experience managing HR & Payroll functions in ERP implementations
• Strong understanding of HR/Payroll processes and compliance
• Experience working within structured program governance environments
• Proven ability to manage risks, schedules, and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with tools like MS Project, Jira, or similar
• Bachelor’s degree required
• PMP (or equivalent) preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA (highly preferred)
• Experience migrating from Oracle EBS → SAP S/4HANA
• Background in large enterprise or federal/regulated environments
• Experience working with system integrators and ERP vendors
• Familiarity with Agile or hybrid delivery models
• DOE or National Lab experience is a plus

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Highly organized and execution-focused
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent communicator across technical and business teams
• Able to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity
• Proven ability to deliver in complex, large-scale programs

Why This Role

• Lead a major ERP transformation initiative
• Work with top-tier stakeholders across business and IT
• High-impact role with long-term extension potential
• Competitive pay at $100–$110/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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