Peoplesoft Project Manager

Talent Groups is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a large-scale PeopleSoft ERP program within a government environment. This role involves coordinating project activities, managing communications, and ensuring successful execution of ERP-related projects and upgrades.

Responsibilities:

• Support the PeopleSoft Program Manager with daily project and program coordination activities
• Facilitate project execution activities and monitor progress against timelines and deliverables
• Coordinate resource management activities across multiple projects and stakeholders
• Track project issues, risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans
• Ensure deliverables are completed according to defined requirements and schedules
• Assist in managing program changes, priorities, and strategic initiatives
• Interface with agency leadership, business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams
• Coordinate communications between program teams, leadership, and external partners
• Understand organizational dynamics and support communication with key decision makers
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and executive summaries
• Support governance activities and provide updates to leadership and steering committees
• Assist with preparation and support for the PeopleSoft Governance Council
• Help prepare strategic 3–5 year program plans and roadmap documentation
• Track and report program priorities, milestones, and metrics
• Support Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities and recommendations
• Monitor and report: Program status updates, Budget/spending metrics, Risks and issues, Program documentation, Action items and schedules
• Coordinate meeting logistics, communications, and documentation
• Maintain project plans, schedules, and reporting dashboards

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
• PMP Certification or equivalent project management certification
• 7+ years of project management experience
• Experience supporting ERP systems and upgrades, preferably PeopleSoft
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and governance processes
• Experience managing budgets, reporting, and program metrics
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Project Management
• ERP / PeopleSoft Experience
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk & Issue Management
• Budget Tracking & Reporting
• Governance Support
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Written & Verbal Communication
• Meeting Facilitation
• Documentation Management
• Project Management (Advanced 7–9 Years)
• Communication Skills (Written & Verbal) (Proficient 4–6 Years)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Proficient 4–6 Years)
• ERP / PeopleSoft Knowledge (Required)
• PMP Certification (Required)
• Experience working in government or public sector environments
• Experience supporting enterprise-level ERP modernization initiatives
• Familiarity with IV&V processes and governance frameworks