SAP PS Consultant

Job Description:

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A highly skilled SAP Project System (PS) Lead to oversee the implementation of SAP S/4HANA on RISE for our EPC projects. The SAP PS Lead will be responsible for managing and optimizing the SAP Project Systems module, ensuring it meets the complex needs of engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Management: Lead the implementation of the SAP Project Systems module as part of the broader SAP S/4HANA on RISE initiative. Develop comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with EPC industry standards and organizational goals. Coordinate with other functional leads to ensure seamless integration and data flow between SAP modules.
Requirements Gathering and Analysis: Work with stakeholders to gather detailed business requirements specific to EPC project management. Analyze and map these requirements to SAP PS functionalities, identifying gaps and proposing solutions.
System Design and Configuration: Design and configure the SAP PS module to support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, costing, and reporting. Develop and implement custom solutions where standard SAP functionalities do not meet business needs. Ensure the system design supports compliance with industry regulations and standards.
Integration Management: Ensure robust integration between SAP PS and other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, PM, FICO) as well as third-party systems. Coordinate data migration activities, ensuring accurate and complete transfer of legacy project data.
Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT). Identify and resolve defects and issues, ensuring the solution meets quality and performance standards.
Training and Support: Develop and deliver training programs for end-users, focusing on system functionalities and best practices.
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance during the post-implementation phase.
Project Monitoring and Reporting: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for project performance and system utilization. Generate and distribute regular status reports, highlighting progress, risks, and issues.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
SAP certification in Project Systems or related modules is highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience in SAP Project Systems implementation, preferably within the EPC industry. Proven experience with SAP S/4HANA and RISE with SAP implementations. Strong understanding of EPC project lifecycles and associated business processes. Good configuration knowledge of PS structures: WBS, Network, Milestones, Cost Planning, Budgeting, Material Requirement planning, Project quotation, Time sheets, Goods issues, and other project management activities in SAP PS. Must have completed at least two end-to-end implementations. Experience on complete PS module cycle from project creation to settlement. Integration knowledge with CO, FI and MM, SD and PP. Must be proficient in handling Issues/support functions. Conducts user requirements gathering, blueprinting and documentation designs. Follow best practices and SAP functionality in system.
Skills: Expertise in SAP PS module configuration and customization. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field. Experience with SAP Activate methodology.
Familiarity with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, PM, FICO) and their integration with SAP PS. Knowledge of EPC industry-specific best practices and regulatory requirements.
Work Environment: The role may involve working outside of standard business hours to meet project deadlines.