Sr. IT Project Manager (ERP Projects)

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to oversee complex technology initiatives, primarily focusing on ERP systems and business transformation. This role requires strong leadership in project execution while collaborating with various stakeholders to drive business value and improve processes.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of IT project management experience and a solid understanding of ERP systems. This position supports a hybrid work environment and offers a competitive benefits package, including a salary range of $120,000-$140,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience delivering complex technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementations or major core business application initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of ERP and core business application initiatives.
• Define project scope, timelines, and budgets with stakeholders.
• Manage risks and issues to ensure successful delivery with minimal disruption.

Skills

ERP systems

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Overview

Senior IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex technology initiatives with emphasis on ERP systems, business transformation, and strategic programs. Responsible for driving successful project execution while partnering with business and IT leaders to maximize the value of enterprise and business segment applications, improve business processes, and enable scalable growth. In addition to delivery leadership, contributes to the maturity of project and portfolio management practices across enterprise IT, helping to advance consistency, governance, and delivery effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of ERP and core business application initiatives within business segments
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and measurable business outcomes in partnership with stakeholders
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across business segments, ERP functional areas and technical teams
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery and adoption with minimal business disruption
• Ensure alignment with organizational governance, change management, and release processes
• Drive successful transition from project delivery to business adoption and value realization

Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including IT leadership, business partners, and IT teams
• Provide clear and consistent communication on project status, risks, milestones and outcomes
• Translate technical details into business-relevant insights to support decision-making
• Facilitate alignment across teams and manage stakeholder expectations

PMO and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the advancement of IT project management practices, standards, and tools
• Support improvements in project intake, prioritization framework, governance, and reporting
• Promote consistency, transparency, and accountability in project and program execution
• Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across strategic initiatives

Mentorship and Team Support

• Mentor and support project managers, technical leads, and business analysts as needed
• Reinforce strong planning, execution, and communication practices
• Contribute to building a high-performing delivery culture

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, Business, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience delivering complex technology initiatives
• Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or major core business application initiatives within specific business segments
• Strong understanding of business processes across finance, operations, or supply chain, and how they are enabled by ERP systems
• Experience managing or contributing to project portfolios, prioritization, or strategic planning
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• PMP or equivalent certification
• Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Experience with business transformation, change management, or digital transformation initiatives
• Experience with Agile or hybrid delivery approaches
• Experience supporting governance, portfolio management, or PMO functions
• Familiarity with change management tools and/or methodologies

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of on-site office presence and remote work. The role involves primarily sedentary work, with extended periods of sitting and frequent use of computers and standard office equipment. Regular participation in virtual and in-person meetings is required, including collaboration with team members and stakeholders across multiple locations.

Salary Range

$120,000-$140,000 annually

Our Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.