Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations Functional Consultant

Remote within the United States (preference for candidates in or near Reston, VA). Occasional travel up to 30%. U.S. citizenship required; visa sponsorship not available.

About the role

XTIVIA is seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations Functional Consultant to help organizations transform and optimize their project-based business operations. You will partner directly with clients to understand their business processes, translate requirements into Dynamics 365 Project Operations solutions, and guide clients through successful implementations. This role focuses on improving project planning and delivery, resource management, time and expense processes, project costing and billing, and overall project visibility.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements.
• Translate business requirements into effective Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations solutions.
• Configure and implement Dynamics 365 Project Operations functionality, including project planning, resource management and scheduling, project budgeting and forecasting, time and expense management, project costing, billing, and project financial tracking.
• Lead client discovery sessions and workshops to understand current-state processes, identify business needs, and recommend solutions and best practices.
• Guide clients through process design and configuration decisions related to project-based operations.
• Collaborate with technical consultants, developers, and solution architects to support integrations between Dynamics 365 Project Operations and other enterprise applications.
• Develop functional specifications, business process documentation, configuration documentation, and user guides.
• Lead functional testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and solution validation.
• Identify and troubleshoot functional issues throughout implementation and deployment.
• Deliver end-user training and support client adoption of Dynamics 365 Project Operations.
• Provide functional support during implementation, go-live, and post-go-live stabilization.
• Partner with project managers and other members of the delivery team to support successful project execution and client outcomes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Functional Consultant or in a similar client-facing consulting role.
• Hands-on experience implementing and configuring Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations.
• Strong understanding of project-based business processes, including project planning, resource management and scheduling, budgeting and forecasting, time and expense management, project costing, billing, and project financial tracking.
• Experience gathering and documenting business requirements and translating them into functional solutions.
• Experience leading or supporting client discovery sessions, solution design, configuration, testing, UAT, training, and go-live activities.
• Experience working with integrations between Dynamics 365 Project Operations and other enterprise applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively work with both business and technical stakeholders.
• Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Government contracting (GovCon) industry experience.
• Experience leading or delivering full lifecycle Dynamics 365 Project Operations implementations.
• Experience implementing Professional Services Automation (PSA) solutions or other project-based services solutions.
• Experience with other Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications, Microsoft Power Platform, or related Microsoft technologies.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Power Platform certifications.
• Previous consulting experience with a Microsoft Partner or professional services organization.

About XTIVIA

XTIVIA is an innovative B2B technology enterprise solutions company committed to providing integrated technology solutions and services. With over 30 years of experience, XTIVIA delivers measurable results as a trusted industry thought leader. Our services include managed services, business solutions (DevOps, CRM, ITSM), database support, application solutions (mobile apps), ERP solutions for GovCon and the private sector, and platform integration through APIs and digital experience CMS solutions.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance; voluntary life insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Identity and fraud protection.
• Recognition and wellness programs.
• Flexible paid time off and remote/flexible work options.
• Paid training and certification opportunities.

Pay

Expected salary range: $105,000 - $125,000, plus a robust departmental performance bonus plan. Compensation is based on skills, experience, and overall qualifications.