Sr. IT Project Manager (ERP Projects)

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.

$120K — $140K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business, or related field
  • 5+ years in IT project management with complex technology initiatives
  • Experience in leading ERP implementations or major core business applications
  • Strong grasp of business processes in finance, operations, or supply chain
  • Experience in project portfolio management and strategic planning
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of ERP and business application initiatives across segments
  • Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and business outcomes with stakeholders
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project risks and dependencies
  • Ensure project alignment with governance and change management processes
  • Drive transition from project delivery to business adoption and value realization
  • Serve as primary contact for project stakeholders and ensure consistent communication
  • Contribute to IT project management standards and practices across the organization

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
  • Incentive Plans
  • 401(k) with employer contribution and match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Training and Career Progression
Full Job Description
Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex technology initiatives, with a strong emphasis on ERP systems, business transformation, and strategic programs. This role is responsible for driving successful project execution while partnering with business and IT leaders to maximize the value of enterprise and business segment applications, improve business processes, and enable scalable growth.

In addition to delivery leadership, this role contributes to the maturity of project and portfolio management practices across enterprise IT, helping to advance consistency, governance, and delivery effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Project Delivery
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of ERP and core business application initiatives within business segments
  • Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and measurable business outcomes in partnership with stakeholders
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across business segments, ERP functional areas and technical teams
  • Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery and adoption with minimal business disruption
  • Ensure alignment with organizational governance, change management, and release processes
  • Drive successful transition from project delivery to business adoption and value realization


Collaboration and Communication
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including IT leadership, business partners, and IT Teams
  • Provide clear and consistent communication on project status, risks, milestones and outcomes
  • Translate technical details into business-relevant insights to support decision-making
  • Facilitate alignment across teams and manage stakeholder expectation


PMO and Continuous Improvement
  • Contribute to the advancement of IT project management practices, standards, and tools
  • Support improvements in project intake, prioritization framework, governance, and reporting
  • Promote consistency, transparency, and accountability in project and program execution
  • Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across strategic initiatives


Mentorship and Team Support
  • Mentor and support project managers, technical leads, and business analysts as needed
  • Reinforce strong planning, execution, and communication practices
  • Contribute to building a high-performing delivery culture


Education & Experience

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, Business, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience delivering complex technology initiatives
  • Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or major core business application initiatives within specific business segments
  • Strong understanding of business processes across finance, operations, or supply chain, and how they are enabled by ERP systems
  • Experience managing or contributing to project portfolios, prioritization, or strategic planning
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills


Preferred:
  • PMP or equivalent certification
  • PMP or equivalent certification
  • Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
  • Experience with business transformation, change management, or digital transformation initiatives
  • Experience with Agile or hybrid delivery approaches
  • Experience supporting governance, portfolio management, or PMO functions
  • Familiarity with change management tools and/or methodologies


Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of on-site office presence and remote work. The role involves primarily sedentary work, with extended periods of sitting and frequent use of computers and standard office equipment. Regular participation in virtual and in-person meetings is required, including collaboration with team members and stakeholders across multiple locations.

Salary Range: $120,000-$140,000 annually

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Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
  • Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
  • Incentive Plans
  • 401(k) with employer contribution and match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Training and Career Progression


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