ERP Manager

Job Title: ERP Manager Location: Westchester, IL Employment Type: Full-time About Us FGM Architects (FGMA) is an employee-owned architecture and interior design firm with a longstanding emphasis on service. Established in 1945, our work is guided by the goals of our clients, the context of each site, the environment that sustains it, and the communities it serves. We partner with clients across PK–12 Education, Higher Education, Municipal, Public Safety, Recreation, Federal, Faith-based, and Corporate sectors. Our teams work from offices in Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Texas, and Virginia, collaborating across locations to deliver thoughtful, community-centered design solutions. Building communities is at the heart of what we do—and that includes our internal community. Joining FGMA is more than taking a job; it’s becoming part of a collaborative, supportive environment where we learn, grow, and succeed together. We teach, inspire, and serve one another every day. About the Role FGMA is seeking a strategic and collaborative ERP Manager to lead the administration, optimization, and long-term success of our Deltek Vantagepoint enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and partnering closely with IT, Finance, Marketing, and business leaders across the firm, this role serves as the primary business owner of Deltek Vantagepoint while driving continuous improvement, user adoption, and operational excellence. Success in this role goes beyond system administration. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, helping departments leverage technology to improve processes, strengthen data quality, and make informed business decisions. You'll build strong cross-functional partnerships, establish an effective training and support model that increases user confidence and system utilization, and develop a strategic roadmap of system enhancements aligned with FGMA's business objectives. Working closely with the IT Director, you'll play an integral role in advancing the firm's enterprise technology strategy while ensuring Deltek Vantagepoint remains a stable, secure, and highly utilized platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive leader who enjoys building relationships, solving complex business challenges, and leveraging technology to create meaningful organizational impact. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary administrator and business owner of Deltek Vantagepoint, ensuring system stability, security, performance, and data integrity. Partner with business leaders to understand operational needs and identify opportunities to improve workflows and business processes. Lead ERP optimization initiatives, system enhancements, upgrades, integrations, testing, and ongoing system administration. Develop reports, dashboards, and analytics that support strategic business decisions and operational excellence. Partner with the Marketing team to ensure Deltek Vantagepoint and CRM platforms effectively support business development, client relationship management, and revenue generation initiatives. Establish governance, best practices, and data standards to improve system utilization, consistency, and data quality. Design and deliver user training, documentation, and ongoing support that increases user confidence and adoption. Collaborate with the IT Director to align ERP initiatives with FGMA's enterprise technology strategy and digital transformation efforts. Work cross-functionally with Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations, and Project Management to maximize the value of enterprise business systems. Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with third-party consultants as needed. Stay informed of Deltek Vantagepoint enhancements and recommend improvements aligned with business objectives. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field. Demonstrated experience administering and optimizing Deltek Vantagepoint in a professional services environment. Strong understanding of ERP configuration, reporting, workflows, security, integrations, and business processes. Experience partnering with Finance and operational leaders to improve business processes through technology. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional initiatives, and drive organizational change. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into practical business solutions for non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Experience supporting CRM integrations and enterprise business applications. Knowledge of reporting and business intelligence tools. Experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or major optimization initiatives. Project management experience or certification is a plus. What We Offer Hybrid work schedule with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays Flexible Fridays, with a 36-hour workweek Monday through Thursday and a half-day on Friday Eligibility for bonus programs tied to individual, team, or organizational goals Generous paid time off, including bereavement leave Eight weeks of paid parental leave for all parents Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-provided basic life and AD&D insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage 401(k) retirement plan with opportunity for employer contributions Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), with eligibility after six months of employment Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities A supportive, collaborative work environment that values community and growth Learn More About FGMA To learn more about our work, culture, and employee-owned structure, visit our website: www.fgmarchitects.com . Equal Opportunity Employer FGMA 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.