Senior Project Manager (US remote- EST/CST regions only)

QAD, Inc. • Philadelphia, PA

6h • Remote

About The Position

QAD is building a world-class SaaS company, providing enterprise software solutions globally. They operate as a virtual-first company, allowing their team to work primarily from home while fostering a collaborative culture focused on growth, innovation, and well-being. QAD values diversity and strives for an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute to their success. This is a remote position within the US, specifically considering candidates located in midwest/east coast states (CST and EST time zones) due to extensive travel requirements in those regions. The Senior Project Manager will lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects from initiation through go-live and post-deployment stabilization, applying PMI project management methodologies to ensure predictable, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience as Project Manager leading complex enterprise software/IT implementations, preferably in manufacturing, distribution or supply-chain environments.
• Based in the East and Central regions of the United States.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage executive and operational stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% as required by project needs.
• Strong customer-facing skills with a consultative, results-driven mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing enterprise-level ERP projects (QAD; SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP experience)
• PMP certification

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects from initiation through go-live and post-deployment stabilization.
• Apply PMI project management methodologies (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, Closing) to ensure predictable, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
• Define and manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, assumptions, and dependencies in alignment with the Statement of Work.
• Establish and maintain integrated project plans, including milestones, deliverables, resource assignments, and critical paths.
• Enforce formal change control processes to ensure all scope changes are documented, estimated, approved, and tracked.
• Facilitate project governance, including steering committee meetings, executive communications, and formal project status reporting.
• Participate in and deliver internal and customer-facing project reviews, including financial, delivery, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (functional consultants, technical resources, client stakeholders, and third-party vendors).
• Ensure deliverables meet defined acceptance criteria and quality standards before the customer signs off.
• Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve project risks and issues using structured mitigation and contingency planning.
• Drive customer adoption and readiness through effective planning of testing, training, cutover, and go-live activities.
• Align service delivery with ITIL principles, particularly around incident, change, and release management during deployment.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with internal delivery standards and contractual obligations.
• Leverage Professional Services Automation (PSA) systems (e.g., Certinia or equivalent) for project financials, forecasting, resourcing, and billing accuracy.

Benefits

• Open Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous Paid Parental Leave: 8 weeks for birth parents and 6 weeks for non-birth parents to bond with their new child.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: a variety of robust medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan that includes an immediate company match of 50% on the first 6% of your contributions.
• Wellness & Lifestyle Support: health club and home fitness reimbursement.
• Home office stipend to support a productive and healthy work environment.
• Diversity & Inclusion: WISE (Women Inspiring Success and Empowerment) program.
• Employee Engagement: Speak-Up employee engagement survey and other initiatives.
• Celebrating Success: KUDOs program and Best of QAD awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees