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Our public sector client preparing for a large-scale, multi-year ERP transformation initiative. Currently in the planning and pre-implementation phase, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the coordination, planning, and strategic execution of key project deliverables, including a detailed business case and statement of work to onboard a system integration partner. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning multiple stakeholders, ensuring financial scoping accuracy, and setting the foundation for a successful implementation phase.PLEASE NOTE: This is a 3 month contract with possibility of extension.Roles and ResponsibilitiesLead the ERP transformation planning phase, providing strategic direction and hands-on coordination across business and technical workstreamsOversee the development of a comprehensive business case, including scope definition, financial projections, and risk assessment, in preparation for executive and board-level reviewDrive stakeholder engagement across departments (IT, finance, operations, corporate services), ensuring alignment on objectives, timelines, and deliverablesManage the creation of a detailed statement of work (SOW) to support the selection and onboarding of a systems integrator partnerEstablish and maintain project governance, including schedules, budgets, resource tracking, issue/risk logs, and performance reportingAct as a liaison between executive sponsors, business leads, and technical experts to ensure priorities are aligned and communicated effectivelyProvide leadership in a hybrid environment, facilitating remote and on-site workshops to drive collaboration and decision-makingSupport onboarding of other project team members (e.g., solution architect, change lead, business analyst) and coordinate interdependencies across rolesIdentify and mitigate early-stage risks or barriers to successful implementation, offering structure and foresight in an evolving project landscapeQualifications and Skills7+ years of experience leading enterprise-scale transformation initiatives.Strong background in ERP implementation projects (Oracle Fusion preferred, but other systems also accepted).Experience in complex, matrixed environments, preferably within public sector, healthcare, or similarly regulated industries.Demonstrated success in managing project scoping, business case development, and vendor engagement.Experience working with shared ERP systems or multi-organization rollouts.Proven ability to lead in hybrid/remote environments and coordinate across diverse stakeholder groups.PMP certification (or equivalent experience managing large-scale projects).Nice-to-HavesExperience using ServiceNow ITSM.