Senior Project Manager - ERP (Technology, Data and Innovation)

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 123,000 - 185,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

Accruals for PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension/retirement plans

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Senior Project Manager of Enterprise Resource Planning to lead large cross-functional ERP initiatives within the CTDO Project Management department. The role oversees scope, budgets, schedules, and quality, guiding teams through full-cycle ERP implementations and change management.

The ideal candidate has extensive ERP program leadership experience, with a master’s degree preferred and PMP certification beneficial.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred in a related field.
Minimum 6 years of project management experience with five years in PM and five in applications/infrastructure services.
Direct ERP implementation leadership experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic alignment and leadership for cross-functional ERP initiatives.
Apply PMO governance and manage comprehensive program documentation and status reporting.
Coordinate training, testing, go-live readiness, and stakeholder communications.
Oversee budgets, forecasts, risks, and vendor relationships.
Mentor junior PMs and contract resources; maintain scope, schedule, and quality.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

PMO governance

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PMP certification (preferred)

Job description

The Senior Project Manager of Enterprise Resource Planning will serve as a key contributor within the CTDO Project Management department, overseeing large and complex initiatives that support technology, data, and innovation priorities. This role provides leadership, structure, and oversight for strategic, cross-functional efforts while ensuring alignment with institutional goals and PMO best practices.

At MD Anderson Cancer Center, recognized as a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, the Senior Project Manager of Enterprise Resource Planning plays a critical part in delivering technology solutions that strengthen operations and enhance organizational effectiveness. The Senior Project Manager of Enterprise Resource Planning will guide teams, manage resources, and uphold quality standards across full-cycle project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have full-cycle ERP implementation experience along with advanced experience in complex program leadership, technical project management, and change management. Preferred preparation includes a master's degree in a related field, direct enterprise-wide ERP implementation leadership experience, and professional project management certification.

The Minimal $123,000 - Midpoint $154,000 - Maximum $185,000

The typical work schedule is hybrid onsite/remote, with the ability to work onsite in the Houston, Texas Medical Center as needed. Once the ERP program ramps up, the position may require 100% onsite presence.

Work location: Houston, Texas Medical Center.

This role directly supports MD Anderson's mission by leading technology and enterprise resource planning initiatives that strengthen operations and enable teams to focus on exceptional patient care and institutional excellence. Team members benefit from a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values balance, wellbeing, and long-term career growth.

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment & Leadership

Motivate, guide, and inspire teams toward shared project goals
Facilitate discussions, negotiate solutions, and resolve conflicts constructively
Coach and mentor TDI Project Managers and contract project management resources
Evaluate project impact on business operations and strategic outcomes
Engage with leaders and stakeholders to communicate project value and manage expectations
Develop, document, and maintain program/project requirements with sponsors and key contributors

Domain Expertise & Project Execution

Apply PMO best practices and related frameworks for governance, quality, and portfolio oversight
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including scope, schedules, timelines, budgets, testing, training, command center plans, transition plans, and status reports
Ensure accurate and timely updates in PMO systems and platforms
Document technical requirements, system specifications, and architectural needs in collaboration with technical teams
Oversee customer reviews, approvals, testing validations, and go-live readiness
Coordinate training development and delivery for end users and stakeholder groups

Resource, Risk & Financial Management

Allocate and oversee human and financial resources across initiatives
Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost analyses to maintain alignment with funding
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively
Manage vendor relationships and project deliverable ownership

Organizational Efficiency & Communication

Communicate effectively across project teams and stakeholders through written and verbal channels
Escalate issues promptly and provide clear project updates and meeting participation
Drive actions that maintain project scope, schedule, and budget integrity
Evaluate and recommend process, tool, and methodology improvements
Build strong customer and vendor relationships and foster productive team collaboration
Adjust approach to meet evolving project and stakeholder needs

Other Duties

Perform other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred: Master's Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Healthcare Administration or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 6 years Experience to include five years in project management and five years in application and/or infrastructure services. or
4 years Experience is required to include three years in project management and three years in application and/or infrastructure services with preferred degree.
May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred: Direct experience leading end-to-end full- cycle enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementations, have at least seven years of experience leading through implementation large-scale and high-complex programs and/or projects that were implemented enterprise-wide, program/project management experience with vendor management, defining project scopes, planning detailed schedules, budget cost control, quality management, execution of defined deliverables, monitoring/reporting back and closing programs/projects. Have at least 5 years of experience with implementing technology, data and/or innovation solutions and must have excellent communication skills, be self-driven and proactive.
Work Schedule: Hybrid onsite/remote, and must be willing to work onsite in the Houston, Texas Medical Center area daily or as needed. Once the ERP program ramps up, may be working 100% onsite.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred: Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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