Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Planisware Configuration Specialist to support the expansion and optimization of an enterprise Project Portfolio Management (PPM) platform. The role will be responsible for configuring, administering, and enhancing the Planisware environment to support project planning, resource management, portfolio governance, financial tracking, and reporting. The specialist will work closely with business stakeholders, PMO teams, and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable Planisware solutions. This is an onsite position based in Warren, Michigan or Austin, Texas.
Key Responsibilities
• Configure and maintain Planisware modules, workflows, forms, templates, fields, and business rules.
• Design and implement process improvements within the Planisware environment.
• Configure user roles, permissions, security settings, and governance controls.
• Support system upgrades, testing activities, and enhancement deployments.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualizations.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution for end users.
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into Planisware solutions.
• Develop training materials and facilitate user training sessions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the overall user experience.
• Support project planning, resource management, portfolio governance, financial tracking, and reporting activities.
Required Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience supporting, configuring, implementing, or administering Planisware.
• Experience with Project Portfolio Management (PPM) platforms and processes.
• Strong understanding of resource planning, capacity management, and project governance.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into system solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience creating reports, dashboards, and portfolio metrics.
• Ability to work onsite in Warren, Michigan or Austin, Texas.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience supporting enterprise Planisware implementations.
• Experience working within large and complex organizations.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Understanding of project financial management and portfolio governance.
• Experience integrating Planisware with enterprise applications and reporting tools.
• PMP, PMI-PMOCP, or related certification.
