Contract Project Manager

Contract Project Manager at Agilyx Group

Agilyx is a change-ready technology services company passionate about empowering organizations with business-leading technology solutions. Whether implementing an ERP solution or providing a full system analysis, Agilyx is driven to deliver valuable, long-term solutions matched with world-class customer service.

As a Contract Project Manager, you will be crucial in bringing project visions to life within our delivery space. You'll work closely with Implementation Consultants and customers, ensuring projects remain on scope, on time, and within budget.

About The Role

This role is responsible for supporting Agilyx customers through the full project lifecycle, from initial sales engagement to handover to Customer Support. Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with resource and project schedules during the presales process.
• Developing the Project Initiation Document (PID)/Project Management Plan (PMP) and defining work packages during project initiation.
• Planning and managing the end-to-end delivery of projects across all Agilyx products.
• Managing customer expectations and communicating the status of issues and impacts to relevant client sponsors and process owners.
• Adhering to processes outlined in the Agilyx Implementation Methodology.
• Contributing to the development of processes and documentation for the Professional Services Team.
• Identifying and communicating business development opportunities with new and existing clients.

About You

We are seeking a self-driven individual who thrives in a team environment. You will be passionate about business improvement and delivering exceptional customer service. As a relationship builder, you anticipate client needs effectively.

You will demonstrate:

• Creative problem-solving skills, identifying issues and guiding solutions.
• Commercial awareness in all decisions, actions, and communications.
• Highly skilled relationship management with client representatives and staff.
• Sound management in the documentation of project deliverables.
• Independent and strategic thinking.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of implementation management experience is preferable.
• A background in finance or technology-based projects is preferable.
• Minimum involvement in 2 full ERP life cycle projects is preferable.
• Solid understanding of business processes.
• PRINCE2 / PMP training preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and people skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused approach, taking full accountability for outcome delivery.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Very high level of verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and build confidence with clients and colleagues.

Location

This is a remote-first role based in New Zealand, with possible travel to Wellington. The contract hours will vary depending on the client's needs, but an ongoing arrangement is anticipated.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ownership of your role and the ability to drive impact for the team and customers.
• Join a collaborative, inclusive, and energetic team that values your voice.
• Enjoy career growth opportunities and mentorship from experienced professionals.

Agilyx believes that the unique contributions of our team create our success. We are committed to ensuring our culture incorporates everyone's perspectives and experience, and we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.

To provide you the best experience, we can support accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please inform our Recruitment team during your conversation with them.

The successful applicant will be required to pass background checks, including criminal records and references.

Key skills/competency

• Project Management
• ERP Implementation
• Client Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Resource Scheduling
• Budget Management
• Agilyx Methodology
• Process Improvement
• Business Development
• Leadership Skills