We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: SAP EAM Project Manager
Resume Due Date:Thursday, August 14, 2025 (5:00PM EST)
Job ID: 25-135
Number of Vacancies: 2
Level: Senior
Duration: 24 Months
Hours of work:40 Hours per week
Location: Temp: 700 University Ave, Toronto, Base: CHQ (on rotating schedule from Aug 25)
Work Mode: Hybrid – 2 days remote
Job Overview
About the Role:
- As an SAP EAM Project Manager at OPG, you will play a mission-critical leadership role overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) projects. You will work closely with business stakeholders, technical and functional teams, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Your expertise in SAP EAM, project management methodologies, and asset-intensive operations will drive successful transformation and operational excellence as part of our client’s Strategic Transformation Roadmap (STR).
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Leadership & Delivery:
- Lead the end-to-end management of SAP EAM projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, solution architects, functional consultants, technical specialists, and vendors.
- Ensure clear definition of project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with our client’s business goals.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring timely resolution and escalation as needed.
- Manage project change requests, scope adjustments, and stakeholder expectations. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, status updates, and escalations.
- Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and steering committee sessions to ensure alignment and informed decision-making.
- Engage with asset management, operations, IT, and executive leadership to drive project buy-in and adoption.
- Prepare and deliver regular project status reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders and leadership. Quality Assurance & Value Realization:
- Ensure that SAP EAM solutions are delivered in accordance with our client’s quality standards, governance, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee testing, training, data migration, and cutover activities to ensure a smooth transition to new processes and systems.
- Drive continuous improvement and capture lessons learned to enhance future project delivery.
- Track and report on project KPls, benefits realization, and post-implementation performance. Continuous Learning & Best Practices:
- Stay current with SAP EAM innovations, project management methodologies, and industry best practices.
- Mentor and develop project team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
- Share insights, best practices, and lessons learned within the client’s project management and asset management communities
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years leading SAP EAM or asset management system implementation projects in asset-intensive industries (energy, utilities, manufacturing, etc.).
- Proven experience with SAP EAM/PM modules and integration with other SAP and third-party systems.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, Agile/Scrum, Prince2, etc.), project planning, and risk management.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and working with external vendors and partners.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Recognized certifications in project management (PMP, Agile, Prince2) and SAP EAM are highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership in SAP EAM project delivery
- Project planning, execution, and risk management
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Quality assurance and value realization focus
- Agile and traditional project management expertise
- Governance, compliance, and documentation awareness
- Initiative and self-driven attitude
- Experience working with utility experts and high-performing ERP teams
- Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing
Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.