Project Manager - Modernization Implementation

Overview

Location: Fully Remote (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—and want the flexibility of a fully remote role—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)
• Remote Flexibility – Contribute at a high level without sacrificing work‑life balance

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 disab