About the Role:
The Finance Transformation Project Mgr reports to the Director, Finance Transformation and is a key member of the new Finance Transformation Office (FTO). The FTO Project Mgr will ensure that critical, strategic, multi-year finance initiatives go live on time, on budget, and deliver their intended value. The Project Mgr willl manage third-party relationships, hold implementation partners accountable, and establish a professional project cadence that builds credibility for the corporate Finance team.
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of 13 specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and our subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy.
Essential Functions
- Design and implement tailored project management methodologies for the FTO.
- Move initiatives from discovery to results with high predictability.
- Directly manage the execution of high priority, high-complexity finance technology projects (e.g., OneStream, Master Data Management, RPA).
- Own relationships with system integrators and software vendors.
- Hold them accountable to scope, budget, and timelines.
- Proactively identify execution risks (e.g., data gaps, resource constraints, process bottlenecks) and partner with the Change Management Specialist to mitigate resistance before it impacts timeline(s).
- Partner with the Transformation Director to track that projects are not just "done," but actually deliver the promised operational efficiency and capacity lift.
- Shadow the accounts payable system Upgrade project manager to learn the ecosystem, preparing to take ownership of future releases.
- Champion change management
- Partner with the FTO Change Management Specialist to coach Finance leaders on the basics of project discipline without using jargon.
- Translate complex project plans into clear, simple updates for stakeholders who are change-averse.
- Meet finance team members where they are in their change journey and tailor solutions that align with their capacity for change.
- Advocate for change, assist with communication, reduce resistance and support training.
- Plan project management, including setting realistic timelines, prioritizing tasks, and working with team members to deliver results.
- Provide financial reporting on all projects for ROI evaluation.
- Draft KPI\'s and new and improved process policies and compliance requirements.
- Benchmark internal processes against best practices and make recommendations for improvement.
- Document project creation, development and execution as well as scope, budget and justification.
- Assist in the development of best practices, workflow assessments, or other projects related to information identified during gap analysis.
- Assist in the development and implementation of a finance project management framework including the requisite best practice document templates that align with standard SDLC practices (e.g., project charter, requirements document / RTM, design document, test plans (SIT, UAT), production readiness, stage gate entry & exit criteria, etc.)
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location.
- Understand and comply with the Company?s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards.
About You:
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in responsible finance, IT, procurement, engineering, or construction industry roles
- Solid project management experience implementing new technology in a finance or accounting environment (ERP, EPM, AP Automation)
- Significant experience managing third-party vendors or system integrators
- Sound experience with financial functions such as Accounting, Shared Services, FP&A
- Proven success negotiating for "Win-Wins" with internal customers
- Solid knowledge of Oracle E1, Hubble, OneStream, RPA
- Prior experience working in a construction/industrial finance environment is a plus
- Prior supervisory experience is a plus
Preferred Education
- Bachelor\'s degree in business administration, project management or related discipline; combination of 10 years of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proven ability to independently manage projects and deliver results under pressure in a legacy environment with manual processes
- Working knowledge and experience with change models and frameworks
- Deep understanding of project management principles and frameworks (Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid) without being dogmatic
- Solid ability to learn complex concepts quickly and to communicate those concepts in an easy-to-understand manner
- Solid strategic thinking, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional vendor management skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees across the company
- Ability to learn complex concepts quickly (OneStream, JDE E1 integration, AP ecosystems) and explain them simply
- Solid conflict resolution skills to navigate competing priorities without burning bridges
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong leadership skills with proven ability to influence without direct authority
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365
What We Offer:
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary $95,000-$115,000/yr
- Commensurate with experience with weekly pay.Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) -$15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
- Dental ? 100% employer-paid premium.
- ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program- $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- AnnualPaid Time Offstarting at15 days plus 10 paid Holidays(Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
- Generous401(k) Plan with100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, andAnnual profit-sharingpotential.
- Superior educational assistance program(support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
- Company-paid parental leave program including birth and adoption.
- Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
- Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at1-.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team
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