Senior Project Manager

Since 1996, Networking For Future, Inc. (NFF) has been engineering the backbone of mission-critical systems for government and enterprise clients. With headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide expert technology consulting and design-build solutions that solve complex challenges and deliver measurable real-world results.

Our expertise includes solutions for Artificial Intelligence Enablement, Data Center & Cloud, Intelligent Networks, Secure, Connected IoT Technologies, Professional and Managed Services, Workforce Solutions and Zero Trust Strategies. NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client’s unique requirements and mission objectives.

We are an accomplished technology consulting firm with a proven track record of delivering innovative, high-performance IT solutions to clients across government and commercial sectors. What sets us apart is our foundation as a hands-on, technically driven organization backed by deep industry partnerships and a broad portfolio of certifications – at both the company and individual levels. This combination of experience and credibility allows us to respond with confidence and precision to complex technical challenges.

Our greatest strength is our people. We are seasoned technologists who embrace a culture of innovation and continuous learning. We believe that meaningful solutions are built through collaboration, and we view every challenge as an opportunity to evolve – transforming problems into partnerships that deliver long-term value. This mindset shapes how we work: we hire top talent, provide them with the resources and mentorship they need to thrive, and recognize and reward excellence at every level. Our teams are empowered to lead with insight, deliver exceptional service, and build trusted relationships with every client.

NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company.  Additionally, NFF is a Cisco Preferred Partner with numerous Specializations including Customer Experience, Advanced Security Architecture, IOT and others.  NFF was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020, 2022-2026 In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Palo Alto, Arista, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, NetApp and others.

NFF Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the day-to-day execution of a multi-year ERP modernization program. This role will oversee the transition of Human Capital Management (HCM) and Finance from Oracle PeopleSoft to Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications while supporting the continued integration of the PeopleSoft Campus Solutions student environment for the System Office and 23 member colleges.

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for integrated project planning, governance, stakeholder coordination, schedule and budget oversight, risk and issue management, vendor coordination, and executive reporting. The role will help drive business and technical alignment across the modernization effort while ensuring successful delivery through planning, testing, cutover, stabilization, and transition to ongoing operations.

• Lead integrated project planning, scheduling, and execution across business and technical workstreams.
• Establish project foundations, including project charters, baseline plans, governance routines, and status reporting.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, milestones, issues, risks, assumptions, dependencies, decisions, and change requests.
• Serve as the primary point of coordination among project sponsors, business owners, colleges, technical teams, and vendors.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workstream reviews, steering committee preparation, and executive communications.
• Support readiness, strategy, design, configuration, prototype review, and business sign-off activities.
• Oversee data conversion planning, reconciliation, issue resolution, and certification activities.
• Direct testing readiness across system testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Coordinate cutover planning, readiness assessments, contingency planning, and go-live decision support.
• Lead hypercare and stabilization activities and support transition to sustaining operations teams.
• Coordinate technical dependencies involving Oracle Fusion, PeopleSoft, integrations, reporting, analytics, and downstream systems.
• Monitor vendor performance, milestone completion, invoice support, and budget tracking.
• Maintain documentation required for governance, compliance, funding visibility, and audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure project delivery aligns with approved objectives, standards, and implementation best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, business, project management, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including experience supporting enterprise applications or large-scale IT initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience leading full lifecycle ERP, HCM, Finance, or cloud modernization projects.
• Working knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft, Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Experience managing integrated schedules, budgets, RAID logs, milestone reporting, and formal change control processes.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, including business, technical, executive, and vendor teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting testing, data conversion, cutover planning, go-live readiness, and post-implementation stabilization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, public sector, or multi-entity enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with governance, compliance, procurement, funding, and audit reporting requirements.
• Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Microsoft Teams, Excel, and related project reporting tools.
• PMP or comparable project management certification preferred.

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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