Change Project Manager

About the role

The University of Georgia is seeking a Project Manager to lead a major ERP transformation. This is a limited term position with an initial duration of 2 to 3 years, ending December 2028. The position may be extended contingent upon project needs and funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation, and tracking tools for projects

• Coordinate project activities across functional and technical teams to support timely completion of deliverables

• Monitor progress, risks, and issues; provide regular status updates, recommend solutions and escalate concerns as appropriate

• Facilitate meetings, document actions items, and ensure alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations

• Prepare and deliver regular project status updates, reports, and communications to leadership and stakeholders

• Develop and execute change management strategies and communication plans to support project initiatives

• Create and manage communication plans for stakeholders to ensure clear, consistent, and timely messaging

• Support stakeholder engagement and readiness activities

• Design and develop training materials and resources

• Coordinate and deliver training sessions as needed

• Support end-user adoption, gather feedback for improvements, and recommend process and/or system enhancements

• Serve as a liaison between functional and technical teams as well as campus stakeholders

• Facilitate collaboration and ensure alignment across groups

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent
• 2 years of professional experience
• 2+ years of experience in project management, change management, or related roles supporting or leading ERP implementations or other large-scale system transformations
• Certification in project or change management
• 2+ years of experience working in higher education, public sector, or similarly complex organizational environments
• 2+ years of experience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• 2+ years of experience coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced, evolving environments
• 2+ years of experience working with a Project Management System

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies
• Excellent facilitation skills along with written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
• Strong ability to influence without direct authority and build relationships across various stakeholder groups
• Knowledge of Workday, Smartsheet, and/or PeopleSoft

Skills

• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies
• Excellent facilitation skills along with written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
• Strong ability to influence without direct authority and build relationships across various stakeholder groups
• Knowledge of Workday, Smartsheet, and/or PeopleSoft

Benefits

Benefits eligible

Pay

$55,006 - $82,509 commensurate with experience

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Joseph Allen

Recruitment Contact Email: joeallen@uga.edu