Implementation Project Manager

Position Overview

Implementation Project Manager leads end-to-end implementation projects for higher education clients, focusing on configuring payment platforms and integrating with client ERP systems. This role ensures seamless onboarding experiences through testing, training, and ongoing support while also driving process improvements and collaborating across departments.

• Define and clarify project scope, requirements, and objectives; initiate and manage implementation projects.
• Facilitate project meetings with clear agendas and actionable outcomes, escalating issues as needed.
• Drive project timelines to meet milestones and deliverables within agreed-upon schedules.
• Document communications, action plans, processes, issues, and resolutions thoroughly.
• Conduct interactive workshops to demonstrate system functionality and best practices.
• Configure platform settings based on client requirements and perform functional and integration testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with internal data integration teams.
• Deliver online and in‑person training for client staff; prepare user guides and training materials.
• Develop workflows, processes, and procedures for new products or services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and optimize implementations; advocate for customer priorities.

• Education
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  Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) required; CAPM or PMP Certification preferred.
• Experience
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• Required:
  
  2–4 years in a system analyst and/or software implementation role.
• Preferred: 3+ years in SaaS implementation, ERP integration, or technical project management; project management experience.
• Experience with SQL, HTML, XML.
• Familiarity with higher education systems and payment processing.
• Competencies/Skills
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• Strong technical aptitude for system configuration and troubleshooting.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively while working independently or as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and quality standards.
• Demonstrated leadership, flexibility, and cooperative attitude.

Pay Range
: $50,000 – $55,000

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA
• Generous earned time off
• 401(k) and student loan repayment
• Life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Performance-based incentive pay
• Short- and long-term disability
• Robust wellness program

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