Digital Transformation Project Manager (ERP & IT Systems)

About McElhanney

Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.

The Opportunity:

McElhanney is a professional services consulting firm, that mainly delivers multi-disciplinary engineering and land surveying services in Alberta and British Columbia and currently has 30+ physical offices in these two provinces.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Transformation Project Manager (ERP & IT Systems) to join our growing enterprise Project Management Office (ePMO) in the Vancouver region. As a veteran Senior Project & Program Manager, you will have 15+ years of directly relevant professional experience, bringing a large amount of organization and discipline. The engagement for this role may be structured as either contract or permanent, with final arrangement to be aligned based on candidate expertise, strategic fit, and project requirements.

We are seeking a seasoned Dynamics ERP Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of Microsoft Dynamics ERP across our organization. This role is pivotal in driving digital transformation and operational excellence within a professional services consulting business environment.

The ideal candidate has successfully implemented Microsoft Dynamics ERP solutions multiple times, bringing deep expertise in program governance, stakeholder engagement, and end-to-end project delivery. You will work closely with a dedicated sponsor from executive leadership, business stakeholders, and implementation partners to ensure the ERP program delivers measurable business value.

This position requires an individual who has experience implementing complex IT systems (i.e., commercial platforms) that is focused on transforming the business to drive process redesign, operational effectiveness and organizational change. The successful incumbent will have a strong track record of managing multiple complex activities including working closely with system integrators (“SI”), commercial software vendors and other 3rd party consultants to ensure performance and outcomes based on scope, schedule and budget.

Strong preference for candidates based in Vancouver however we are open to candidates from Calgary, Edmonton or other locations in Western Canada where we have an office.

What You'll Do:

Program/Project Leadership and Team Mentorship

• Lead end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Dynamics ERP (e.g., Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Customer Engagement, or Project Operations).
• Define and manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and resources.
• Establish and maintain robust governance structures, including steering committees and executive reporting.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and ERP capabilities.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior project managers, fostering team growth, and ensuring PMO goals are met.

Delivery & Execution

• Oversee system design, configuration, data migration, integrations, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure adherence to Microsoft implementation methodologies.
• Manage implementation partners and vendor performance.
• Lead cutover planning and post-go-live stabilization activities.
• Working with a third-party system implementation partner and Microsoft FastTrack

Governance & Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate delivery risks, ensuring proactive issue resolution.
• Maintain strong financial oversight and benefits realization tracking.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish ERP guardrails to manage customization and technical debt
• Support financial reporting to ensure the project is healthy and on track

Strong Business Transformation and Organizational Change Management (OCM) Acumen

• Working with a strong team subject matter experts to build a system that reduces back-end effort to produce measurable improvements.
• You will be working with an OCM lead and supporting the effort to gain adoption from the organization.

What You’ll Bring:

• ERP Implementation: 7+ years of experience as a Project Manager successfully implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 systems to transform finance, HR, CRM, asset management and project accounting. Software Platform Experience: Microsoft D365 (modules such as Finance & Operations, Customer Engagement, Project Operations, , etc.), Dayforce, and others.
• Project Management: Minimum 15 years of direct experience leading (not supporting) business transformation enabled by IT system implementation in the capacity of a Senior Project and Program Manager. The proponent will come with either direct project management experience supplemented by relevant credentials. Credentials: PMI, PMP designation
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, cross-functional transformation programs.
• Strong knowledge of project-based or professional services organizations (e.g., engineering, construction, consulting).
• Experience managing system integrators and third-party vendors.
• Program and Portfolio Management: 7+ years of direct experience working in an enterprise PMO, accountable and responsible for multiple projects. Credentials: PMI, PMP or ITIL designation
• Project Management Tools: Experience using project management tools to support automation, efficiency and improved productivity. Tools: MS Project, MS DevOps, Microsoft Office 365 (TEAMS, Sharepoint, PPT, Word, Excel, Forms), etc.
• Organizational Change: Experience using OCM principles and concepts to drive business transformation and project activities. Credentials: PROSCI, ADKAR, etc.
• Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Vendor Management: Minimum 15 years of direct experience managing vendors and specifically system integrators accountable for the delivery of IT system implementation. A strong background in vendor performance and contract management will be critical with experience in negotiation. Credentials: NISCL, SCMP, Certifications in Negotiation, etc.

Success Criteria:

• On-time and on-budget implementation with high user adoption.
• Clear alignment between ERP capabilities and business strategy.
• Strong governance and transparent executive reporting.
• Measurable business benefits and operational efficiencies delivered.
• A scalable digital foundation enabling future innovation.

Skills/ Attributes Required:

• Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams to achieve PMO goals.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Comfortable with change, managing ambiguity, and overcoming project challenges.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Effective in engaging stakeholders and translating complex ideas into actionable insights.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and align decisions with long-term business objectives.
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to identify challenges and implement effective AND Creative solutions.
• Proactive & Results-Driven: Self-starter with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Change Management Mindset: Comfortable driving change and continuous improvement in large-scale initiatives.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Vibrant social atmosphere
• Hybrid work environment
• Profit sharing through an annual performance bonus program
• Ability to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company
• Mentoring and technical guidance
• Diverse career opportunities
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth including access to courses on our Learning Hub, paid professional development, mentorship program, and encouragement to join internal committees such as, Young Professional, Women at McElhanney, Equity Diversity and Inclusion, and technical service groups
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top up
• Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone

Application Instructions:

• Please include your most up-to-date resume when applying
• Candidates are encouraged to provide a brief summary of any relevant ERP or digital transformation projects they have led. In your summary, outline your role, the scope of the project, and key outcomes achieved.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about our recognition here: McElhanney Requalifies as a Gold Standard Best Managed Company!

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About McElhanney

Professional Services

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Established in 1910, McElhanney is an employee-owned company that provides geomatics, engineering, geospatial, planning, landscape architecture, environmental services, and more. We have 30+ locations across Western Canada and a specialty satellite office in Florida (USA), to service cities, communities & parks, energy & resources, and transportation sectors. We operate locally in the communities where we live and work and share staff resources from across our company.

At McElhanney, we work closely with our clients and partners and take on their challenges like they’re our own. Our clients choose us because of our commitment to safety and quality service, because our relationships are rooted in trust, and because our capable teams have the grit and skill to tackle challenging problems.

We value hiring and keeping great people, attaining operational excellence, and delivering outstanding work to our valued clients. It’s what drives us forward every day. Our team has won over 100 project and professional awards since 2000 alone.

McElhanney is proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm, recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, COR Workplace Safety certified, and ISO 9001:2015 standard certified.