Oracle EPM Senior Project Manager

Company Overview:

Argano is a leading global digital consultancy dedicated to driving business transformation through strategic consulting and technology delivery. We specialize in optimizing business operations across Oracle, SAP, Microsoft, and Salesforce platforms. Our mission is to enhance agility, profitability, and growth for our clients, leveraging our expertise in business applications, cloud, data & analytics, automation, and AI.

Role Overview:
As a Project Manager in Argano's Oracle consulting business, you will lead and manage Oracle Cloud EPM implementation projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality Oracle Cloud solutions to our clients, aligning with Argano's commitment to excellence in digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership:
  • Lead Oracle Cloud EPM implementation projects from initiation to closure, adhering to our project management principles and practices.
  • Develop and execute project plans, establish staffing requirements, and adjust as needed throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage project risks, actions, issues, and decisions, and drive completion by the team.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Work closely with stakeholders, team members, and senior management to ensure project success.
  • Maintain clear and regular communication with all parties involved, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards and client expectations.
  • Implement quality control processes and conduct quality reviews.
• Budget Management:
  • Maintain and manage a Project Budget Tracker/Burn Sheet to ensure the allocated budget is not exceeded.
• Team Leadership:
  • Assemble project teams, assign tasks, and manage resources.
  • Foster collaboration and communication among team members.

Requirements:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • MBA or relevant master's degree preferred.
• Experience:
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in project management.
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience managing Oracle Cloud EPM implementation projects.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Oracle Cloud EPM applications.
  • Proven experience in managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to provide guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
  • Familiarity with project management tools and software, such as Smartsheet, JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS 

• Advanced Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire project teams and drive successful project outcomes. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Expertise in Agile and Scrum: In-depth understanding and mastery of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
• Communication: Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Resource Management: Strong resource allocation and budget management skills. Optimize resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic mindset with the ability to align projects with organizational goals and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Change Management: Skill in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.
• Technical Project Management Skills: Comprehensive understanding of software development processes and relevant technologies. Ability to drive technical scoping decisions in conjunction with project/program Technical Lead. 
• Escalation Management: Manage proper internal communication to Argano leadership team and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate internal and external escalation processes are followed. Resolve escalations where possible while keeping Argano Delivery Leadership team informed.