Project Engagement Lead Consultant

Calsoft Systems•Torrance, CA

10d

About The Position

This position is the primary client-facing contact, ensuring alignment between client expectations and project delivery. Oversee project scope, quality, schedule, and budget in collaboration with the Technical Project Manager and delivery team, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and leading project governance, including reporting and escalation management. The customer base consists of small and midsize businesses in various industries interested in improving business performance through IT, including System Infrastructure, ERP and other applications. In addition, you will help manage projects on behalf of the client’s business when it lacks in-house skills and resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Equivalent
3 years’ demonstrable experience as a Project Engagement Lead Consultant, Consultant and/or Project Manager in Information management and systems environment.
Experience in management of professional service projects including ERP, cross-functional teams or 3rd party vendors
Ability to communicate effectively with other members of the organization
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Ability to identify, understand and communicate business needs for technical projects
Business level Japanese language skills
Business level English language skills

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical background
Logical thinking, organization and planning skills
Good knowledge of business processes
Familiarity with a major ERP system (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics etc)
Familiarity with accounting, operation and/or manufacturing business processes

Responsibilities

Perform initial assessments for each client before the project begins
Analyze client business requirements and propose optimal IT and business solutions and/or guidance of how to lead their projects
Design and manage projects to meet requirements, including expectations, scope, risk, resources
Collaborate with project team(s) in the development and implementation of assigned projects
Develop & maintain project documentation in accordance with Calsoft project charter.
Communicate and liaison with Client, Partner and Internal Organization members to ensure project progress
Manage multiple projects at a time
Provide business consulting and ERP consulting service to customers
Report status to upper manager
Participating in mandatory training
Collaborate with other team members to achieve team goals.
Contribute to improvement of services, revenue/profitability, methodologies and procedures
Understand and incorporate Calsoft values, mission, guidelines and policies (as described in Employee Handbook and other Calsoft documents) into daily work.
Build and nurture positive working relationships with clients, co-workers and business associates.

Benefits

Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision needs, with multiple plan options to fit your lifestyle.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) available for tax-advantaged savings.
Life and Disability Insurance (short- and long-term) provided to help protect you and your family.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to wellness resources to support your mental, emotional, and physical health.
Vacation & Sick Time – 16 combined days annually, plus 9 additional paid company holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – 8 hours of paid time to give back to causes you care about.
Participation in company-wide volunteer opportunities, reflecting our values of service and impact.
401(k) with Employer Match – Calsoft matches 100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2%, for a total potential 4% company match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – build long-term wealth as a shareholder in the company
Pre-tax commuter benefits and other voluntary insurance options available.
Training programs and learning opportunities to strengthen your skills.
Certification incentives – we provide reimbursement for job-related training and offer bonuses for achieving Microsoft certifications.
Career development support to help you learn, grow, and take on new challenges.