K-12 Technology Consulting Manager

Position Summary

Consults with Public Sector clients to define complex needs or problems, conducts research, performs studies and surveys to obtain data, and analyzes data to advise on or recommend high-level or complex solutions. Sample projects include ERP system selection including requirements definition, ERP implementation management, ERP advisory services, ERP Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) and process redesign.

• Assist clients with assessing, selecting and implementing new ERP solutions including:
  • Meet with clients to define functional requirements and priorities
  • Develop detailed specifications and Requests for Proposals
  • Analyze proposals, issue clarifications to vendors
  • Assist with due diligence activities
  • Assist with implementation management activities including maintaining issues log, risk mitigation, change order management, system design, data conversion planning, change management, training etc.
• Assist on other projects including process redesign and IT strategic planning:
  • Assist in current and future state mapping of business process
  • Strategize business process transformation using ERP best practices
  • Understand public sector (e.g., K‑12 and higher education) specific objectives
  • Lead strategy sessions
  • Problem‑solve

• Define project scope for projects
• Develop workplans and write proposals for client engagements
• Participate in prospective client interviews and presentations
• Present at internal meetings
• Develop and/or extend pre‑existing relationships within K‑12/higher education industry networks

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration or related field is required.
• Five to seven years of recent or current experience in a similar role is required. Experience on ERP implementation efforts for public sector organizations is preferred (e.g., CGI, Oracle, Power School, SAP, Tyler, Workday, etc.).
• Ability to exercise good judgment within broadly defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Self‑starter; ability to work under minimal supervision
• Strong numeric / analysis skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and juggle multiple / competing priorities
• Ability to complete projects within budget while delivering high quality
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Expertise with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Co Pilot
• Must work well under pressure

Position requires travel.

This is an exempt position, so you will have to work hours that exceed the standard 40‑hour work week.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $ - $.

Eligible staff receive comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; flexible time off; holidays; a 401(k) plan; flexible benefits plans; business‑related travel expense, lodging and meal reimbursement; a pension plan; and a discretionary bonus plan. Health insurance enrollment is also available for some contingent staff.

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace.