Project Manager - Modernization… at Trissential · Saint Paul

Overview

Location: Hybrid (Based in St. Paul, MN)Engagement Type: Full-time

Lead the Future of Operational Modernization

Are you a seasoned implementation leader who thrives in complex, large‑scale environments? Trissential is partnering with a public‑sector client to bring on a Project Manager - Modernization Implementation to drive enterprise‑wide operational transformation initiatives. This is a high‑impact role where your leadership, change management expertise, and ERP experience will directly influence how a major transportation organization operates statewide.

If you enjoy aligning people, processes, and technology, this opportunity was built for you.

What’s in It for You?

• Strategic Impact – Lead modernization initiatives that span central offices and regional operations
• Executive Visibility – Partner directly with leadership, operational business units, and IT stakeholders
• Change Leadership – Shape adoption, readiness, and alignment across a complex organization
• Enterprise Systems Exposure – Work deeply with workforce, payroll, and ERP systems such as PeopleSoft (SEMA4)

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate implementation activities supporting large‑scale operational modernization initiatives
• Partner with leadership, business units, and IT teams to support rollout planning, readiness, and issue resolution
• Drive implementation and adoption of SEMA4 and Self‑Service (PeopleSoft) workforce time entry processes
• Coordinate business process changes related to labor tracking, equipment usage, material usage, and work order management
• Facilitate cross‑functional meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions to drive alignment and decision‑making
• Develop rollout guidance, operational procedures, implementation tools, and regional support documentation
• Track progress, risks, dependencies, and key decisions across multiple stakeholder groups
• Support position costing model activities through coordination with internal business and data teams
• Perform basic to intermediate data analysis, including Excel reporting and pivot tables, to support operational decisions
• Drive consistent implementation and adoption approaches across multiple regional offices

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• 10+ years of experience leading large‑scale implementation or modernization initiatives
• Strong project and program management experience with organizational change leadership
• Ability to work effectively in both waterfall and agile delivery environments
• Experience supporting enterprise ERP, payroll, workforce management, timekeeping, or financial system implementations
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and consensus‑building skills
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and drive progress in complex, matrixed environments
• Hands‑on experience developing implementation plans, rollout materials, and operational guidance
• Basic to intermediate data analysis skills, including Excel and pivot table reporting

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with PeopleSoft or similar enterprise workforce/time entry systems
• Public sector, transportation, infrastructure, or large operational workforce experience
• Experience working within shared‑authority or matrix governance structures

Education & Certifications You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Project or change management certifications (PMP, Prosci, SAFe, or similar) are a plus

What We Offer

At Trissential, we believe in flexibility, transparency, and rewarding expertise. When you join our client’s team, you gain access to meaningful work and strong support.

• Competitive Compensation – You choose the model that works best for you, both with company‑sponsored benefits! $139,000–$149,000 annually or $86–$93 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market‑based rates by geography.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele‑health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matching
• Paid Time Off – Both compensation models offer paid time away from work
• High‑Impact Engagement – Work on initiatives that directly affect statewide operations
• Collaborative Culture – Partner with experienced leaders and cross‑functional experts

This role is open only to candidates authorized to work in the United States.

Ready to Lead Meaningful Change?

If you’re excited about driving modernization and influencing enterprise operations—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Trissential.