The MS Project Technician will play a crucial role in optimizing and maintaining our resource-loaded project plan, tracking over 250 resources and 3,000+ tasks as part of the NextGen Finance program. This role involves close collaboration with the Project Management Office, 15 workstream leads, the Systems Implementation Partner and the Finance Program Manager.

• Track taskcompletion and remaining work for all tasks, deliverables, and milestones.

• Collaboratewith the Program Manager, System Implementor, and PMO to analyze futureresource capacity and part-time resource availability, identifyingpotential scheduling conflicts.

• Workclosely with the Program Manager and Systems Implementor to understandprogram priorities, decisions, risks, and issues, applying this knowledgeto resource optimization planning.

• Utilizeknowledge of SDLC key activities (e. . , testing, conversions,integrations, reporting, change management, training, and support) tomanage project timelines effectively.

• Handle a high degree of change in a fast-paced, complex, and demanding environment, ensuring all adjustments are well-coordinated and effectively communicated.

• 10+ years of experience managing progressively complex and challenging projects and/or programs.

• Extensive experience with Microsoft Project, particularly in resource planning and loading.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing projects using Microsoft Project within formal SDLC processes and methodologies, such as PMI’s Project Management Body of Knowledge.

• Skilled in managing large, global system implementations with dispersed project resources.

• Strong understanding of finance business functions and end-to-end processes.

• Experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence; experience with Jira Ceptah bridge is a plus.

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud for financials is a plus.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a talent for anticipating issues and creating effective solutions.

• Variety of workplace arrangements including hybrid, remote, onsite.   

• Compensation commensurate with employee qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market, and operational factors.  

• Pay Range: $65/hr. -$85/hr. (DOE)

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Professional development program, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required)

• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies, and qualities that set our team apart.   

As a next-generation human capital firm, we connect the best talent in the market to execute transformation and high-value projects for our global clients—solving problems in the areas of Business Transformation, Governance, Risk and Compliance, and Technology and Digital Innovation.  

Our unique consulting model allows you the radical flexibility and control you demand in the “Now of Work,” enabling you to define your career path based on your expertise, passion, desire to travel, work environment and life stage. At RGP, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical underpinnings of our shared values. We recognize diversity as a strength that is cultivated through our culture, our people, and our business.   

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.  

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