Senior IT Project Manager – SAP / ERP & Infrastructure

Motion Recruitment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment in the Metro Atlanta area is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead enterprise technology initiatives across SAP/ERP systems and IT infrastructure environments on a long-term contract, onsite.

You will manage full lifecycle delivery, coordinate cross-functional teams, and align projects with PMO standards while guiding SAP/ERP upgrades, network and data center programs. A strong track record in large public-sector or education environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading enterprise IT infrastructure projects
• 3+ years managing complex IT initiatives as a Project Manager
• Experience with SAP/ERP implementations or upgrades
• Experience with network, server, data center upgrades
• Familiarity with PMO governance and lifecycle frameworks
• Strong risk, issue management and stakeholder communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle delivery of enterprise IT projects including planning, design, build, testing, implementation and rollout
• Manage SAP and ERP-related initiatives including implementations, upgrades, integrations and enhancements
• Oversee infrastructure initiatives such as network upgrades, data center initiatives and server/platform implementations
• Develop project plans, schedules, work breakdown structures and resource plans
• Serve as primary liaison between business stakeholders, infrastructure teams, SAP teams and project leadership
• Ensure project alignment with PMO standards and governance requirements
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain delivery timelines and quality
• Coordinate multiple technical teams and vendors across infrastructure and application workstreams
• Provide regular project status reporting and executive updates

Skills

IT project management

SAP/ERP project management

Infrastructure projects

PMO governance

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional coordination

MS Projects / reporting tools

Vendor coordination

Public-sector / large-scale envs

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Metro Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

W2 only and currently living in the Atlanta area.

Our client, a large public-sector organization in the Metro Atlanta area, is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead enterprise technology initiatives across SAP/ERP systems and IT infrastructure environments.

This role will manage complex projects spanning SAP initiatives and infrastructure programs including network, server, and enterprise platform upgrades. The Senior Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project delivery through the full lifecycle, and ensure successful implementation of technology solutions across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience leading both ERP/SAP initiatives and enterprise infrastructure projects in large, complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle delivery of enterprise IT projects including planning, design, build, testing, implementation, and rollout.

Manage SAP and ERP-related initiatives including implementations, upgrades, integrations, and enhancements.

Oversee infrastructure initiatives such as network upgrades, data center initiatives, wireless upgrades, and server or platform implementations.

Develop project plans, schedules, work breakdown structures, and resource plans to ensure successful delivery.

Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, infrastructure teams, SAP teams, and project leadership.

Ensure project alignment with PMO standards, project lifecycle methodology, and governance requirements.

Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain delivery timelines and project quality.

Coordinate multiple technical teams and vendors across infrastructure and application workstreams.

Provide regular project status reporting, stakeholder updates, and executive communication.

Required Skills

• 7+ years of experience managing enterprise IT infrastructure projects
• 3+ years of experience managing complex IT initiatives as a Project Manager
• Experience managing SAP or ERP-related projects (implementations, upgrades, integrations, or enhancements)
• Experience managing infrastructure initiatives including network upgrades, server environments, cloud platforms, or data center initiatives
• Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure environments (network, server, storage, enterprise systems)
• Experience working within formal PMO governance and project lifecycle frameworks
• Strong risk management, issue management, and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams and enterprise stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and project reporting tools

Preferred Skills

• PMP certification
• Infrastructure-related certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, or similar
• Experience managing enterprise ERP programs or large infrastructure modernization initiatives
• Experience working in large public-sector or education environments

Posted By: Maya Russo