SAP Project Specialist

Job Description: SAP PS (Project Systems) Functional Consultant

SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition (PCE) SaaS Greenfield Implementation

Position Title: SAP PS Functional Consultant

Location: Patna, Bihar (Onsite at Customer Location)

Customer: Government DISCOM (Power Distribution Utility)

Project Type: SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition (PCE) SaaS Greenfield Implementation

Experience Required: 3+ Years

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and skilled SAP PS (Project Systems) Functional Consultant with 3+ years of SAP PS experience to support the implementation of SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud Edition (PCE) for a Government DISCOM in Bihar.

The consultant will assist in the design, configuration, testing, deployment, and support of SAP Project Systems processes related to utility capital projects, infrastructure development, network expansion, asset construction, and government-funded schemes. The candidate will work closely with senior consultants, business users, project teams, and customer stakeholders throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Business Requirement Analysis

• Participate in requirement gathering and business process workshops.
• Understand utility project management and capital expenditure business processes.
• Assist in preparing business process documents and functional specifications.
• Support Fit-to-Standard workshops and business process mapping activities.
• Document business requirements and solution designs.

SAP PS Configuration & Implementation

Support configuration and implementation of SAP PS functionalities including:

Project Structuring

• Project Definition
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Project Coding Structures
• Project Templates
• Project Milestones
• Network Activities

Project Planning & Budgeting

• Cost Planning
• Budget Planning
• Budget Availability Control
• Budget Monitoring
• Cost Tracking

Project Execution

• Project Scheduling
• Resource Planning Support
• Material Requirement Tracking
• Commitment Monitoring
• Progress Monitoring

Settlement & Asset Capitalization

• Settlement Rules Maintenance
• Asset Under Construction (AuC) Support
• Project Closure Activities
• Asset Capitalization Support

Utility Industry-Specific Responsibilities

Support SAP PS processes for:

• Distribution Network Expansion Projects
• Electrification Projects
• Substation Construction Projects
• Smart Metering Projects
• Transformer Installation Programs
• Rural Electrification Schemes
• Feeder Improvement Projects
• Government Utility Development Programs
• Capital Investment Projects

Integration Support

Work with senior consultants to support integration between SAP PS and other modules:

SAP MM

• Project Procurement
• Material Reservation
• Material Consumption against Projects

SAP FI/CO

• Cost Accounting
• Budget Tracking
• Settlement Processing
• Financial Reporting Support

SAP EAM/PM

• Maintenance Projects
• Asset Construction Activities
• Capital Maintenance Projects

SAP FI-AA

• Asset Under Construction (AuC)
• Capitalization Processes

SAP S/4HANA Implementation Activities

• Assist in solution design sessions.
• Configure assigned SAP PS functionalities.
• Prepare configuration documentation.
• Support development of Functional Design Documents (FDDs).
• Coordinate with technical teams for enhancements and reports.
• Follow SAP Activate implementation methodology.
• Assist senior consultants during realization and deployment phases.

Data Migration Support

Support migration activities related to:

• Project Master Data
• WBS Structures
• Budget Information
• Open Project Commitments
• Asset Under Construction Data
• Historical Project Records

Responsibilities include:

• Data Validation
• Data Cleansing
• Data Upload Support
• Reconciliation Activities
• User Verification

Testing Activities

Participate in:

• Unit Testing
• System Integration Testing (SIT)
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Regression Testing
• Cutover Testing

Responsibilities:

• Test Script Preparation
• Test Execution
• Defect Logging and Tracking
• Functional Validation
• User Support During Testing

Reporting & Documentation

Support preparation of:

• Project Cost Reports
• Budget Monitoring Reports
• CAPEX Utilization Reports
• Project Progress Reports
• MIS Reports
• User Guides
• Functional Documentation

Training & User Support

• Assist in conducting end-user training programs.
• Prepare training materials and user manuals.
• Provide functional support during project phases.
• Support knowledge transfer activities.
• Assist business users during go-live and hypercare periods.

Go-Live & Hypercare Support

• Support cutover planning activities.
• Assist in data validation before go-live.
• Resolve functional issues during stabilization.
• Monitor project transactions and reports.
• Provide onsite support to customer users.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, or related discipline.
• MBA or Postgraduate qualification preferred.

Experience Requirements

Mandatory

• Minimum 3+ years of SAP PS consulting experience .
• Experience in SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA Project Systems.
• Experience in at least one SAP implementation, rollout, or support project .
• Understanding of project budgeting, planning, and execution processes.

Preferred

• Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementation projects.
• Experience working in Utilities, Power Sector, Government, PSU, Infrastructure, or EPC industries.
• Exposure to Greenfield implementation projects.

Required Technical Skills

SAP PS

• Project Definition
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Networks
• Milestones
• Cost Planning
• Budget Management
• Project Scheduling
• Settlement Processes
• AuC Management
• Project Reporting

SAP S/4HANA

• SAP S/4HANA Project Systems
• SAP Fiori Applications
• SAP Activate Methodology
• Business Process Documentation
• Testing and Deployment Support

Integration Knowledge

Basic understanding of integration with:

• SAP MM
• SAP FI/CO
• SAP PM/EAM
• SAP FI-AA

Preferred Certifications

• SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP Project Systems
• SAP S/4HANA Certification
• SAP Activate Certification

Preferred Domain Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with exposure to:

• Power Distribution Utilities (DISCOM)
• State Electricity Boards (SEB)
• Government ERP Projects
• Public Sector Undertakings (PSU)
• Energy & Utilities Industry
• Infrastructure and EPC Projects

Key Competencies

• Strong Learning Ability
• Functional Analysis Skills
• Business Process Understanding
• Problem Solving Skills
• Customer Interaction Skills
• Documentation Skills
• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

Reporting Structure

Reports To: SAP PS Lead / Solution Architect / Project Manager

Works Closely With:

• SAP PM/EAM Consultants
• SAP MM Consultants
• SAP FI/CO Consultants
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Engineering & Projects Department
• Finance Team
• DISCOM Business Users

Requirement

• Full-time onsite deployment at the Government DISCOM customer location.
• Willingness to travel to substations, project offices, regional offices, and field locations across the utility service area, as required.

Success Criteria

• Successful support and implementation of SAP PS business processes.
• Accurate project budgeting, planning, and cost tracking.
• Effective integration with Finance, Procurement, and Asset Management processes.
• Timely completion of testing, migration, and deployment activities.
• Smooth project go-live and stabilization.
• High user satisfaction and adoption of SAP S/4HANA Project Systems functionality.