IT Senior Project Manager - M&A Technology

Job-ID: 14644Category: Information TechnologyLocation: Grand Rapids, MI, United States; Kalamazoo, MI, United States; Detroit, MI, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-04Closes: 2027-11-04Job Summary:The IT Senior Project Manager – M&A Technology specializes in leading the technology workstreams of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and integrations from due diligence through post-close integration and closeout. The role ensures scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk are actively managed across IT due diligence, Day 1 readiness, systems and data integration, infrastructure and security consolidation, and application rationalization, and that acquired entities and solutions transition successfully to operations with appropriate change management, training, and support readiness.Job Duties:Oversees all aspects of assigned IT projects and programs, and takes ownership for ensuring their successLeads technology workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, from pre-deal planning and IT due diligence through Day 1 readiness and post-close integrationPartners with Corporate Development, Finance, Legal, HR, Information Security, and Business Line leaders to align technology integration plans with deal objectives, synergy targets, and timelinesSupports IT due diligence by assessing target technology landscapes, applications, infrastructure, data, cybersecurity posture, contracts, and licensing, and documents key risks, costs, and integration dependenciesDevelops integration roadmaps, Day 1 / Day 100 plans, and cutover plans covering identity and access, email and collaboration, networking, end-user devices, applications, and dataManages technology synergy and one-time integration cost tracking, including application rationalization, vendor consolidation, and contract and license transitionsCoordinates with Information Security and Risk teams to assess and remediate security, privacy, regulatory, and compliance gaps of acquired entitiesManages Transition Services Agreements (TSAs), including IT service scope, dependencies, exit planning, and timely separation or migration activitiesManages integration program governance, including integration management office (IMO) reporting, RAID logs, executive steering committee updates, and cross-workstream dependency trackingBuilds relationships with Business Line leaders, stakeholders, other managers, and within teamPlans and directs the work effort involved with the implementation or upgrade of automated systemsProvides project-based leadership for the justification, planning, implementation, and quality assurance testing of assigned projectsSets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors and summarizes project progressBuilds and maintains constructive working relationships with project team members, vendors, and other departments involved with assigned projectsDevelops scope documents, statements of work, and other documentation supporting the justification for assigned projectsWorks with Business Line / Support Services process sponsors, the internal IT team, various other support groups within BDO USA, LLP, and third-party vendors to ensure that project efforts are controlled and completed on a timely basisLeads and directs the work of project teams to ensure project efforts are controlled and completed on a timely basisWorks with appropriate subject matter experts, establish resource plans, expected level of effort and duration to complete tasks associated with assigned projectsPrepares deliverables-based project plans to ensure the controlled execution of assigned projects and for use by project teams, management, and other partiesDevelops appropriate project issues and risk tracking documentsPrepares project status reports for project team members, management, and other partiesReviews and understands or prepares, as needed, business requirements and objectives documentation in support of overall business needsCoordinates with appropriate resources to ensure that system rollout communications and training materials are made available as appropriateWorks with technical and support teams to ensure a smooth transition from system implementation to production and ongoing support phases of a system’s lifecycleOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Leads and directs the day-to-day activities of the System Analyst(s), Project Managers, Product Team, and integration workstream leads as neededProvides performance feedback for Career Advisee(s) throughout the performance year Serves as a coach/mentor, supporting the career development and performance of Career Advisee(s)Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:High school diploma or GED, required Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferredExperience:Six (6) more years of IT experience, requiredExperience as an IT Project Manager, Business Systems Analyst, Software Systems Analyst, Business Process Analyst, Technology Support Analyst, or Software Developer, requiredExperience leading technology workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or post-merger integrations, requiredExperience using a standard project management methodology, requiredExperience conducting or supporting IT due diligence and developing Day 1 and integration plans, preferredExperience leading and directing the work of others in a project-oriented capacity, preferredExperience with the concepts of Project Programs and Portfolios, preferredFamiliar with a web-based applications environment, preferredFamiliar with relational database concepts, preferredPrevious experience working in a professional services firm, preferredExperience with TSAs, application rationalization, and IT synergy tracking, preferredLicense/Certifications:Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification, preferredCertifications such as PMI-ACP, SAFe, ITIL, or M&A integration credentials (e.g., CMAP or similar), preferredPMI Agile Certified Practitioner, preferredSoftware:Experience with a project planning application, preferredExperience managing projects in connection with any of the following, preferred: ServiceNow, Oracle Fusion Cloud, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, Planner, DevOps, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft SharePointExperience with integration tooling such as Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365 tenant migration tools, and integration tracking or IMO platforms, preferredLanguage:N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skillsAbility to manage multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work independently and in a self-directed capacityA wide degree of creativity and latitude is expectedStrong team-building skillsDemonstrated problem solving skillsAbility to effectively organize and delegate complex tasksAbility to develop project plans and accomplish goals based on experience, educated assumptions and limited informationAbility to adapt rapidly to new developmentsFamiliarity with project ROI techniques (cost/benefit, NPV, IRR, Earned Value metrics)Ability to facilitate meetings efficiently and effectivelyAbility to develop project documentation using diagrams and proseKnowledge of M&A lifecycle, deal structures, and integration best practicesAbility to assess technology risk, cost, and synergies during due diligence and integrationAbility to manage sensitive and confidential deal information with discretionAbility to influence and work with executives, deal teams, and external advisors under compressed timelinesAbility to develop project plans and related documentation using diagrams and prose based on customer collaborationExcellent written and verbal communication skillsIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $135,000 - $160,000Maryland Range: $135,000 - $160,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $135,000 - $160,000About the companyAt BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!