D365 Senior Project Manager

About MCA Connect

MCA Connect is a premier US-based solution partner specializing in Microsoft Business Applications and Azure Data & AI. Established in 2002, we empower manufacturers with strategic solutions, innovation, and industry intelligence to enhance profitability and gain a competitive edge. We are proud recipients of multiple Microsoft Partner of the Year awards and Inc. Best Workplaces accolades.

About the Role

As a Senior D365 Project Manager, you will be responsible for directing and managing one or more large-scale Dynamics 365 implementation projects. These projects typically range from 3-16 months and involve multidisciplinary teams. You will be supported by a strong team of architects and developers but will need to bring your expertise in project management, business process optimization, and a solid understanding of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform. This role requires a driven, proactive, creative, and assertive individual to ensure the successful execution of strategic client investments. Occasional support in sales, marketing, and administrative activities may also be required.

Responsibilities:

• Manage high-risk, high-complexity ERP and/or CRM projects.
• Provide leadership to all functional and business areas affected by the project.
• Collaborate with resource management to ensure adequate project resource allocation.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, cost estimates, resource plans, communication plans, risk mitigation plans, and issue resolution plans.
• Drive project decisions and recommendations to management regarding schedules, prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Manage project deliverables, scope, and expectations.
• Proactively communicate project status to executives, management, and stakeholders through reports, briefings, and daily communication.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with technical project team members.
• Employ project management best practices aligned with PMI and MCA Connect delivery standards.
• Provide leadership on project management processes and best practices to team members.
• Directly manage project budgets and provide predictive financial analysis for accurate status reporting.
• Coordinate customer invoicing, accounts receivable, and provide project forecasting models.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of experience directly managing software implementation deployments (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (ERP) and/or CE/CRM is a plus).
• Experience with IT implementation methodologies across all phases (Diagnosis, Analysis, Design, Development, Deployment, Operation).
• Understanding of complete solutions within an integrated enterprise-wide IT strategy.
• Ability to work closely with key business stakeholders to communicate progress and vision.
• Ability to allocate resources correctly to each project phase and monitor their performance.
• Consensus-driven management style supporting a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and motivational skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Preferred:

• Microsoft SureStep certified.
• PMI certified.
• Experience in the Manufacturing industry.
• Six Sigma certification or training.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $130,000 - $205,000
• Supplemental Compensation: Bonus structure (SCP)
• Benefits: Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO), 401k with company match, monthly home office stipend, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid life and disability insurance, training, certification, and continuing education support.

Location

Remote with US travel up to 50%.