Project Manager, Business Process & Data Modernization

Eliassen Group; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Eliassen Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Data Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives focused on process optimization and system modernization within data management operations. Hybrid role with 3 days in the office, driving retirement of a legacy system and migration to a modern enterprise database platform.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of cross-functional project leadership, strong stakeholder management, and expertise with MS Project and Jira, plus experience with Waterfall,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Proven success leading system migrations, process optimization, and projects with external dependencies.
• Strong stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Expertise with MS Project and Jira.
• Proficiency with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.
• PMP certification preferred; Agile/Scrum certifications highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of system migration and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage retirement of a legacy system and migration to an enterprise database platform.
• Develop and execute project plans including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor progress, manage dependencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure minimal disruption and data integrity during transition.
• Drive process optimization and improve SLA performance.
• Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans.
• Lead teams through influence and workshops for stakeholder adoption.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk mitigation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification preferred

Agile or Scrum certifications highly desirable

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Excel

Job description

Description

Hybrid 3 days in office in Charlotte, NC

Our client is seeking a Data Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives focused on process optimization and system modernization within data management operations. This role will play a key part in driving the retirement of a legacy system and managing the successful migration of operations to a modern enterprise database platform.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in leading complex, cross-functional projects in dynamic environments, with the ability to balance operational efficiency, stakeholder alignment, risk mitigation, and data integrity. This is a highly visible role requiring excellent communication, leadership, and project execution skills.

For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $62.00 to $72.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of system migration and process improvement initiatives.


• Manage retirement of a legacy system and migration to an enterprise database platform.


• Develop and execute project plans including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk mitigation.


• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Data Management, IT, business) to ensure seamless execution.


• Monitor progress, manage dependencies, and implement corrective actions to meet delivery goals.


• Ensure minimal business disruption, strong system performance, and zero data loss during transition.


• Drive process optimization initiatives and improve SLA performance and operational efficiency.


• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.


• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; manage dependencies and develop contingency plans.


• Lead teams through influence, facilitate workshops, and drive stakeholder alignment and adoption.

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years of project management experience in complex, cross-functional environments.


• Proven success leading system migrations, process optimization, and projects with significant external dependencies.


• Strong stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.


• Expertise with project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.


• Proficiency with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies.


• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills for reporting and presentations.


• Experience with change management methodologies and business process modeling or workflow optimization tools.


• Analytical mindset with data visualization capabilities and budget management familiarit+

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.


• PMP certification preferred.


• Agile or Scrum certifications highly desirable.