Software Implementation Project Manager

ESG Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Metro Atlanta is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager for COTS product implementations. The role involves managing complex technology projects, ensuring end-to-end accountability for delivery, and leading cross-functional teams. Candidates must possess active PMP certification and have demonstrated success in large IT project management. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active PMP certification is required.
• Experience in managing large, complex IT projects with enterprise-wide impact.
• Hands-on experience in business requirements gathering and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of COTS product implementation projects following PMI best practices.
• Lead planning, scheduling, and resource management activities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, IT, and vendors.

Skills

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Large IT project management

COTS product implementation

Agile software development

Business requirements gathering

Business process documentation

SDLC

Testing methodologies

Leadership and communication

MS Project Professional

SharePoint

Visio

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: COTS Product Implementation Project Manager

📍 Location: Metro Atlanta, GA (Local Candidates Only)

📌 Resume MUST clearly reflect all required skills and project experience in past job performances.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with proven experience leading COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) product implementations. This role, assigned to the Project Management Office, will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all phases of large, complex technology projects. The successful candidate will have full end‑to‑end accountability for project delivery, managing cross‑functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve business goals within aggressive timelines.

This role requires a local Metro Atlanta candidate with active PMP certification and documented success in enterprise‑level technology project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of COTS product implementation projects, following PMI best practices and Georgia Department of Labor Project Management Methodology.
• Lead planning, scheduling, resource management, risk management, quality management, and reporting activities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, IT, and vendor partners.
• Facilitate requirements gathering, business process documentation, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives.
• Oversee full Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including testing and deployment phases.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain clear communication channels across project teams and leadership.

Required Skills & Qualifications (Must-Have)

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification – Active and in good standing.
• Proven success managing large, complex IT projects with enterprise-wide impact.
• Experience with COTS product implementation (software application development and deployment).
• Demonstrated leadership of at least two full lifecycle Agile software development projects (initiation → deployment → warranty), with project teams of 10+ members.
• Hands‑on experience in:
• Business requirements gathering
• Business process documentation
• Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Testing methodologies
• Experience collaborating with vendor partners to deliver enterprise IT solutions.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral, written, listening).
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Project Professional, SharePoint, Visio, and MS Office Suite.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Strong motivator with proven ability to lead diverse technical and business teams.
• Experienced in managing aggressive project timelines and high‑visibility initiatives.