Salesforce Implementation Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPeopleSoft Project Manager Location: Hybrid - 3 days onsite in New York, NY Duration: 12-month contract In Person Interview Must be specialized in PeopleSoft PUM Upgrade projects Public Sector/Government Industry experience is preferred PMP and/or OCI certification preferred Job Description We are looking for a PeopleSoft Project Manager to lead large-scale PeopleSoft transformation initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, engage with executive stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery of modernization programs involving PeopleSoft applications, databases, middleware, and cloud infrastructure. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, governance, risk management, resource coordination, vendor management, and end-to-end execution of PeopleSoft upgrade and cloud migration projects while ensuring business continuity and compliance with organizational standards. This position will be contract and hybrid in New York, NY. Only work authorizations without a need for sponsorship now or in the future will be considered. What You’ll DoLead governance and end-to-end delivery of PeopleSoft PUM upgrade and OCI migration programs, driving execution through Agile or Hybrid methodologies while managing scope, risks, dependencies, issues, and change requestsEstablish project governance structures, reporting cadences, decision-making frameworks, and escalation procedures to ensure effective program oversight and stakeholder alignmentDevelop and maintain integrated project plans, milestones, budgets, dependency tracking, and risk registers while monitoring project health against scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectivesCoordinate steering committee meetings, executive status reviews, and leadership reporting to ensure timely milestone delivery, informed decision-making, and successful program outcomesServe as the primary point of contact for implementation partners while overseeing vendor performance, deliverables, milestones, resource commitments, and contractual obligationsReview and challenge project plans, estimates, technical approaches, and delivery schedules to ensure alignment with project objectives and organizational requirementsDrive vendor accountability for project execution, issue resolution, risk mitigation, and adherence to established quality and delivery standardsValidate vendor deliverables and acceptance criteria while proactively escalating delivery risks, delays, and quality concerns as neededOversee PeopleSoft PUM and PeopleTools upgrade initiatives across HCM, FSCM, ELM, Pensions, and other PeopleSoft applications while coordinating fit-gap analyses, impact assessments, and customization retrofit strategiesPartner with business stakeholders to support requirements validation, testing, training, deployment activities, and overall change readiness throughout the upgrade lifecycleEnsure testing plans, defect management processes, production readiness activities, and quality standards are effectively executed and managed by Oracle and project teamsTrack upgrade progress, risks, dependencies, and go-live readiness to support successful deployment and business continuityOversee the migration of PeopleSoft environments from on-premises infrastructure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including migration strategy development, cutover planning, disaster recovery readiness, and infrastructure preparednessCoordinate internal infrastructure, security, networking, database, and application teams to ensure alignment, execution readiness, and successful delivery of migration objectivesMonitor migration risks and implement mitigation strategies while managing OCI architecture reviews, security compliance requirements, disaster recovery planning, and performance optimizationEnsure successful migration execution, operational readiness, post-production stabilization, and support transition planning through close collaboration with cloud engineering and technical teamsServe as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, IT leadership, Oracle, system integrators, and third-party vendors, facilitating executive steering committee meetings and project governance reviewsManage vendor deliverables, contractual obligations, and service-level agreements, as well as communicate project risks, mitigation plans, and strategic recommendations to senior managementManage project budgets, forecasts, invoices, and vendor expenditures while identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks and dependenciesMonitor compliance with contractual obligations, service-level agreements, and project governance requirements while ensuring change requests are evaluated and approved through established governance processesWhat You'll Need Required:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 15 years of Project Management experience in enterprise ERP environmentsMinimum 10 years of PeopleSoft project delivery experienceProven experience managing multiple PeopleSoft PUM upgrade projectsProven experience leading PeopleSoft migrations to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)Strong knowledge of PeopleSoft Architecture, PeopleTools, PUM, Lifecycle Management, and Change AssistantExperience managing large-scale infrastructure modernization and cloud transformation initiativesStrong understanding of Oracle Database, WebLogic, Integration Broker, and PeopleSoft environmentsDemonstrated success managing projects with budgets exceeding $5M and multiple stakeholder groupsExperience working with executive leadership and steering committeesPreferred:PMP CertificationOracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) CertificationsAgile/Scrum CertificationExperience with HCM, FSCM, or ELM implementations/upgradesExperience with cloud security, disaster recovery, and high-availability architecturesExperience with public sector, higher education, healthcare, or large enterprise environmentsExperience managing Oracle Consulting or other major system integratorsKnowledge of procurement, contract management, and vendor governancePhysical DemandsAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standardsSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetingsAbility to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor