Senior Project Manager - Federal Sector

Company Profile At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally-native, data-empowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success. Overview We are seeking an experienced Integration Project Manager. This role is responsible for managing integrations across a large enterprise organization. This requires tactical execution, planning, coordination, and managing the successful delivery of multiple deliverables. This role will collaborate with many cross functional stakeholders and provide analysis and reporting. This position is based in the Stamford, CT area and requires in office/on site support weekly. Candidates should live in the region to commute daily or travel weekly within the Northeast USA region to be on site 3-4 days per week. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this role. This is a long term consulting engagement. Duties & Responsibilities Manage integration activities across several functions on behalf of the PMO or organization. Develop project planning for each workstream, along with weekly/monthly status reporting. Daily, hands-on project management activities throughout the program life cycle for all work streams. Document project deliverables utilizing PMI, PMP methodology. Plan and monitor the progress of complex programs and multiple work streams. Integrate business policies and governance processes into planning and accountability for project roadmaps. Establish risk management, escalation paths, and take corrective measurements to keep projects on track. Build and manage budgets, actuals and forecast for the merger integration program. Schedule, facilitate and lead related project meetings. Create and manage stakeholders’ communication at all levels of the organization. Identify and report program KPIs to assess impact. Coordinate, manage and monitor the workflow of cross-functional teams. Provide and perform quality assurance checks on project artifacts and deliverables. Own overall integrated project plan and support cross-functional resources, ensuring on-time delivery, meeting of budgetary demands, and achievement of business goal. Consistently exercise informed judgment and discretion in matters of significance. Requirements Desired Skills & Experience  Candidates must have proven experience in project management gained through managing large and complex projects. Candidates must have the following: Minimum 5 years strong project/program management experience managing multiple work streams. Consulting experience with integration activities across several functional areas is desired and should include any of the following: operations, product, engineering, finance/acctg or human resources exposure. Industry exposure in telecommunications, broadband or cable industry is required knowledge for this role. Ability to be on site several days per week or travel to be on site in the Northeast. Strong experience with Excel, PowerPoint and Smartsheet are required. Proven knowledge of project management methodology such as Agile, scrum. Strong leadership, stakeholder, and management skills, including executive presence. Good knowledge of resource allocation procedures. Excellent oral and written communications skills to stakeholders including the ability to influence and negotiate. Ability to think critically and process information quickly, presenting a succinct and insightful format for executives. Strong analytical, documentation and reporting skills are desired.   Education/Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, IT, or similar PMP certification is desired MBA is a plus Compensation Sand Cherry Associates based in Denver, CO is required by state law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a long term consulting engagement, with an hourly range of $80-90/hour on 1099 or adjusted commensurate salary on W2. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.   Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

Booklog is looking for a level 1 – 3 technical support individual. This position is to provide outstanding technical support for Booklog software and various interfaces along with onboarding of new customers, testing of software and training on usage of software. We’re looking for a motivated individual to be part of our committed team. We need to be the experts so our customers don’t have to. Located in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood; telecommuting is available. Qualifications • At least 2 years experience in technical support, preferably phone support • Experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems • Familiarity with databases and database troubleshooting • Knowledge of computer network systems • Ability to troubleshoot software problems and offer solutions by phone • Good problem solving skills with attention to detail • Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment • Experience with SQL Server 2022, Sybase SQL applications and databases • Ability and excitement to learn new skills • A ‘think outside of the box’ mentality • Customer Service experience • Software training experience a plus • Previous experience training customers on software usage • Experience with use of peripheral devices • 10% or less travel to customer locations within the US to train and install software Benefits • Casual environment with a great group of people who love what they do • In office or telecommuting options • 100% paid health insurance • 2 weeks vacation to start • Generous 401K options • Permanent full-time. PLEASE SEND RESUME WHEN APPLYING

EAM Project Manager - Transportation Location: New York, NY (Hybrid – 2 days on-site per week) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM Compensation: $55–$85/hour (1099) Term: 12+ month contract Description We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled EAM Project Manager to lead a major rail and transit client engagement in the New York area. The successful candidate will manage the full lifecycle of an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system implementation with a strong focus on Hexagon EAM. This role requires a balance of technical oversight, stakeholder engagement, and governance expertise to ensure successful delivery, integration, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery Manage the full lifecycle of the EAM system implementation project (Hexagon EAM). Lead stakeholder engagement across diverse cross-functional teams. Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and change logs. Technical Oversight Ensure successful integration with GIS and work management systems. Oversee data migration, validation, and system configuration. Support testing, training, and go-live activities. Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks (e.g., FRA, FTA, ISO 55000). Maintain accurate documentation for audits, traceability, and benefit realization. Facilitate governance board reviews and provide updates to steering committees. Requirements Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Information Systems. 10+ years of project management experience in asset-intensive industries. Proven expertise with EAM systems (Hexagon, Maximo, or similar) and infrastructure lifecycle planning. Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated leadership ability in complex environments. Eligible to work in the U.S. and pass a background check. Preferred Qualifications PMP or equivalent project management certification. Previous experience in rail, utilities, or public infrastructure sectors. Benefits Long-term opportunity (12+ months). Hybrid schedule: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM, with 2 days per week on-site. Compensation (1099): $55–$85 per hour (based on experience).

JOB TITLE: Business Systems Analyst (SAP S4HANA HCM Functional Support) LOCATION: Sacramento or San Francisco JOB OPENING #: 6506 OVERVIEW The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Business Systems Analyst (BSA) in the Trial Court Administrative Services (TCAS) Center of Excellence Human Resources Payroll System Support (HR PSS) unit of the Branch Accounting and Procurement (BAP) office. The Business Systems Analyst provides system and software maintenance support for the Phoenix SAP system to end users in the Trial Court Administrative Services’ (TCAS) Shared Services Center and the trial courts. This includes support of the Organizational Management, Personnel Administration, Benefit Administration, Time Management, and Payroll modules, and Employee Services and Manager Services Fiori applications, for twenty courts currently utilizing the HR Payroll services. The Phoenix SAP System was recently upgraded to SAP S4HANA version 2023 with HCM4HANA. The Judicial Council strives for work life balance and includes substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending, up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs, and retirement savings plans. In San Francisco, the office is only a 7-minute walk from the downtown Civic Center BART station. In Sacramento, the office is located minutes from downtown, just north of Discovery Park. The Judicial Council The Judicial Council of California is the policymaking body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators. By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge, and service resource for the judicial branch, the Judicial Council’s staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California’s most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. As a government body charged with improving the statewide administration of justice, the Judicial Council has multiple offices with diverse responsibilities relating to court policy and operations. As employees of the council, every member of staff should view and approach their work as one Judicial Council with a public service mission that is greater than the sum of its parts. The Judicial Council offers hybrid work arrangements for many positions. The successful candidate will be expected to work in person at the Judicial Council’s San Francisco or Sacramento office at least two days per week, based on their office leader’s direction, and reside in the areas surrounding these locations. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide essential SAP system module support and maintenance in areas or modules of Organizational Management, Personnel Administration, Benefit Administration, Time Management, Payroll, Employee Services, and Manager Services for the end users in TCAS Shared Services and the trial courts working on mostly standard less complex items such as master data table changes. o Assess and analyze system issues by communicating with the reporting users, reviewing system or other authoritative documentation, and performing system validation to determine full understanding of the problem and root cause, as needed. o Gather and document all business requirements and conduct interviews/workshops and design and update requirement and configuration templates as needed. • Under the direction and guidance of the Manager and with support of a Sr. BSA, review, analyze, develop, and execute on-going system maintenance to ensure tables and schemas are designed and running at optimal system performance. o Perform changes and complete comprehensive testing in the Phoenix sandbox environment. Repeat until successful prototype results are achieved. o Implement (design, build or configure, test, and document) the solution using the Phoenix Change Request Management (ChaRM) process. • Participate in the review, analysis, and execution of SAP year-end support packs as a module expert. o Review, analyze, and document SAP notes that should be tested or that can be part of general automated testing process using Variance Monitor (VM). o Attend project meetings and business team meetings to provide updates on the status of work. • Under the direction and guidance of the Manager and with support of a Sr. BSA, participate in SAP system upgrades. o Review, analyze, and document system changes of an assigned module to assist in the tasks needed to complete the project plan. o Attend project meetings and business team meetings to provide updates on the status of work. • Assist in training and/or knowledge transfer to users of the system, peer analysts, and office colleagues. o Review and analyze subject matter to ensure complete understanding of what is to be documented and trained. o Develop, create, and maintain documentation using existing program templates to align solution design, process flow, system and manual steps, decision points, and impacts. Collaborate with peers and key users. Gain approval through existing program review process. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience providing technical and business process support and analysis for systems/applications. An additional four (4) years of professional experience as noted above may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. Or, additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. OR Three (3) years as a Business Systems Coordinator, or two (2) years as an Associate Analyst in the assigned field with the Judicial Council of California, or three (3) years of experience performing the duties of a class comparable in the level of responsibility to that of a Business Systems Coordinator, or two (2) years as an Associate Analyst in the assigned field in a California superior court or California state-level government entity. Desirable Qualifications • Strong knowledge of SAP HR/Payroll (USA Public Sector), Personnel Administration (PA), Employee Services (ES), Manager Services (MS), Taxes, W2, Benefits Administration (BA), Organization Management (OM), or other relevant experience to solve business problems in support of the Phoenix SAP system. • Experience with SAP HR/Payroll systems including functional configuration and design, integration with third-party systems, testing, and support. • Hands-on experience performing configuration and testing on at least 2 US Payroll implementations. OTHER Please note, if you are selected for hire, verification of employment authorization to work in the United States will be required. HOW TO APPLY This position is Open Until Filled. Submission of our official application, a resume and a response to the supplemental questions is required. To ensure consideration of your application for the earliest round of interviews, please apply by 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. To complete the online application, please visit https://www.courts.ca.gov/careers.htm and search for JO# 6506. The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities who request such accommodation. Reasonable accommodation needs should be requested through Human Resources at (415) 865-4260. PAYMENT & BENEFITS $7,513 - $11,270 per month Please note due to statewide fiscal conditions, the posted salary range is subject to a temporary 3% reduction. In exchange for this reduction, judicial branch employees accrue an additional 5 hours of paid personal leave per month through June 30, 2027. Some highlights of our benefits package include: • Health/Dental/Vision benefits program • 14 paid holidays per calendar year • Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave • 1 personal holiday per year • Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs • CalPERS Retirement Plan • 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans • Employee Assistance Program • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance • FlexElect Program • Pretax Parking • Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional) • Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional) The Judicial Council of California Is an Equal Opportunity Employer Supplemental Questions for Business Systems Analyst (JO# 6506) To better assess the qualifications of each applicant, we will review your response to the following question. Please indicate for which employer you performed these functions. Your answer should not exceed a total of one page. 1. Please explain why you are interested in this position. 1832 2. Please explain your functional experience supporting SAP HR Payroll or other ERP system(s). 4072

MS2 is a national leader in transportation data management and analysis and has the largest traffic count database in North America. More than 270 agencies in 31 US States, and 3 Canadian Provinces, including 28 state Departments of Transportation, are using MS2 software to manage their transportation data. MS2 is located in the beautiful city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the home of high-tech industries and the University of Michigan. Residents of the city enjoy beautiful parks, mature neighborhoods, amenities of the Huron River (a state-designated Natural River) and easy access to downtown Detroit or to colorful “Pure Michigan” woods and waterways. MS2 is a friendly, open, team working to support our clients' software needs. Employees work on a variety of tasks and are given a high degree of responsibility. We offer an excellent environment for transportation professionals. MS2 offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. We're building the next generation of Transportation Data Management Systems and we need your help! We're a small team and you'll have an opportunity to make a big impact. Position Description MS2 is looking for a Software Project Manager to manage the development of innovative software and data analytics for transportation planning and traffic engineering. An MS2 Software Project Manager will be responsible for concurrent projects and is expected to actively work with our clients. The position is open to professionals with software project management experience. Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to relate to clients and staff in a professional, thoughtful, and pleasant manner. Candidate must be able to effectively and professionally represent MS2 at meetings or other public forums. Being an active member of a professional organization is a plus. Candidate must be flexible to do assignments as necessary. This is a full-time position. Occasional, overnight travel is required (estimated at 1-2 times per year). Responsibilities: Project Management (approximately 60%) Manages assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule and scope of project. Be the main interface to MS2’s software engineers, the clients and internal leadership and be responsible for software project deliverables Build project schedules, and provide ongoing project plan/status reporting for weekly staff meetings Make decisions and communicate trade‐offs and risks; drive key decisions across projects Prepare documentation such as requirements and user manuals Drive collaboration across teams and advance project goals Carefully track project deadlines and work closely with MS2 development to meet timelines Contribute to improvement and ongoing refinement of software development lifecycle processes Contribute to technical and cost proposals Coordinate tasks, milestones and availability of project resources Facilitate discussions with both client and internal users and document specifications. Effectively communicate to MS2 development client requests, ideas for new software modules or ideas for user interface improvement Perform quality assurance for system enhancements. Frequent communication with clients Subject Matter Expert (approximately 30%) Conduct methodology research to help guide new software features or solutions Develop solution technical concepts based on an understanding of the data management needs of our clients Business Development (approximately 10%) Work with Business Development Manager to grow MS2 in new market areas. Attend professional conferences as directed to represent MS2. Cross‐sell other MS2 products and services to existing clients Requirements Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field 3 or more years experience as a Project Manager, or similar role Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project Excellent writing skills, as well as outstanding proofreading skills Excellent attention to detail – gets it right the first time Experience with the full software development life cycle (SDLC) Well organized self-starter with strong project management skills who can independently move projects forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Membership in related professional organizaion(s) Previous experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model Previous experience in transportation planning or traffic engineering Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We promote a strong work/life balance at MS2. We encourage our employees to pursue their professional interests and take ownership of projects from start to finish. You’ll be working with big data and cloud-based solutions using the latest technologies as part of a fun and energetic team. We get along so well, we even have regular nights out and company sponsored dinners to celebrate our successes! It’s a great place to work. Salary: $70,000-$115,000, to be determined based on the candidate’s individual skills and experience. Benefits: Participation in the MS2 annual bonus program 401(k) w matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Disability insurance Vision insurance We Want You to Be You at MS2: At MS2 a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, whatever their race, gender, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, disability, religion, or veteran status, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments and programs. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. MS2 is committed to maintaining a welcoming environment with equitable treatment for all, and we strive to: Provide a working environment where all employees feel safe, comfortable, and valued. See diversity, inclusion, and equity as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the agencies we serve. Examine and dismantle any inequities within our policies, systems, programs, and services, and continually update and report our progress to our employees. Explore potential underlying, unquestioned assumptions that interfere with inclusiveness. Encourage company-wide thinking about how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work, and how best to address that in a way that is consistent with our mission. Help to challenge assumptions about what it takes to be a strong leader at our organization, and who is well-positioned to provide leadership. Practice and encourage respectful and transparent communication in all interactions. Commit time and resources to expand more diverse leadership at all levels of our organization. Lead with respect and tolerance. We expect all employees to embrace this notion and to express it in workplace interactions and through everyday practices. MS2 wants every employee to feel our commitment to showing respect for everyone, and we encourage open communication that enables each person to be their best self. MS2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Hybrid Work We require you to work in the office generally at least one day per week. This is not a fully remote position, but we may provide relocation assistance to successful candidates.

Location: Onsite – 5 days per week (DOWNTOWN CHICAGO) We are seeking a motivated Desktop Support Specialist to join our IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day technical support for employees, ensuring computer systems and conference room technologies run smoothly. You’ll primarily manage issues remotely from your desk but will also handle hands-on tasks such as equipment setup and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities : Provide helpdesk support to employees, including troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and network issues. Set up, configure, and maintain physical computer equipment and peripherals. Perform device provisioning for new and existing users (experience preferred). Troubleshoot issues related to conference room systems, with a focus on Google Meet setups. Utilize remote management tools to resolve the majority of technical support requests. Execute basic tasks in Linux terminal for system checks and troubleshooting. Collaborate with the IT team to maintain smooth operations and escalate issues when necessary. Qualifications : Previous experience in a desktop support or helpdesk support role. Strong knowledge of computer hardware setup and troubleshooting. Experience with provisioning processes is preferred. Familiarity with Linux terminal commands and basic troubleshooting. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple support requests effectively. Comfortable working onsite five days per week.