SAP Project Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
SAP Project Managers are strong H-1B visa sponsorship candidates because the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field. Employers routinely file H-1B and L-1 petitions for this title, and E-3 visa eligibility applies for Australian citizens. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
See All SAP Project Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 165+ SAP Project Manager jobs


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?
See all 165+ SAP Project Manager jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new SAP Project Manager roles.
Get Access To All Jobs
INTRODUCTION
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for supporting our customer’s transformation strategy through the management of cloud, on-premise or hybrid implementation initiatives. The Sr. Project Manager has the qualifications and business acumen to manage large scale, high risk, strategic projects that span organizational boundaries including multiple business units and service partners/vendors. They provide leadership to cross-functional teams responsible for delivering defined project outputs to time, budget and project quality criteria. The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for the success of assigned projects by ensuring adherence to SAP’s Activate project management methodology and best business practices, provides project manager mentoring, status communication and updates both to the customer and SAP management, performs.
- The Sr. Project Manager assists during the Bid Phase of the customer engagement by providing input into the proposal especially regarding the solution delivery model (i.e., SAP Activate and Agile Delivery methodology and best business practices), project structure, organization, scoping, estimation and risk assessment.
- The Sr. Project Manager has ability to manage complex projects or programs that require coordination of work between various parties such as: third party sub-contractors, SAP Custom Development, SAP Global Delivery, SAP Active Global Support.
- Ensure that the delivery model proposed by the solutioning center will correctly support the defined project objectives and requirements.
- Ensure that the scope and estimate of the engagement is correctly captured in the SOW.
- Determine required resources for the project.
- Assess, document and communicate risk for the engagement.
- Position SAP delivery methodology – Activate, Agile, Best Business Practices and Model Company correctly with the customer and project team.
- Conduct the project planning activities and manage the execution of large scale, high risk, or strategic projects according to plan (Opportunity Management, Initiating to Closing).
- Evaluate complex situations accurately and identify viable solutions that create successful outcome for the customer.
- Manage relationship with project stakeholders, including internal and external clients, keeping stakeholders informed of progress and issues in order to manage expectations on all project requirements and deliverables.
- Manage and communicate clear vision of the project’s objectives and motivate the project team to achieve them; create a project environment that enables peak performance by team members.
- Ensure proper use of methodology, tools and procedures.
- Ensures proper governance is in place to best meet project objectives.
- Balance the trade-off of the triple-constraint (time, cost and scope) to realize the expected business value.
- Evaluates strategic options and alternatives for delivering or offering services in a more efficient or cost-effective manner.
- Builds customer relationships with the clear expectation to deliver follow-on business or identify opportunities within an account. Deals with difficult issues at the customer and finds win-win solutions for both Customer and SAP.
- Proactively manage all contract terms, including changes in work scope, timeline, and obligations and ensure appropriate planning measures are taken with internal and external stakeholders to formalize and administer contract changes.
- Manage the financial aspects of the project: budgeting and estimate to actual variance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience; competence in clear concise and tactful communication with senior executive management, clients, peers and team members.
- Worked previously in a consulting role with a SAP services provider.
- Excellent understanding of SAP digital, cloud, and innovation solutions and of the consulting business processes and functions.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross functional teams within a formalized methodology and practical experience in applying SAP templates and methods, including Activate.
- Demonstrated expertise in creating and maintaining project deliverables such as, project charter, integrated project management plans, status reports, project timesheets, communications plan, budget and schedule.
- Demonstrated experience in managing issues, scope and quality while bringing projects to successful completion within the cost and time requirements.
- Required undergraduate university degree, preferably in commerce, engineering, information technologies or equivalent training and job experience.
- Liaison and consultative skills: negotiating skills within a context of high political sensitivity and conflicting interests.
- Strong writing, mentoring, decision making, communication, and meeting facilitation skills; ability to utilize a combination of formal authority and persuasion skill sets.
- Ability to train and mentor project managers or teams in project management methodologies.
- Knowledge of the strategic and operational issues of the project management business unit.
- A clear vision of what determines a successful project for the customer and for the enterprise.
- Knowledge of and competency in project management processes including planning tasks, resource allocation, risk management, time management, financial management, HR management, quality management, monitoring and reporting, documenting and record keeping.
- Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of project management experience in large scale, high risk, or strategic projects with multiple number of E2E full lifecycle implementations.
- 3 – 5 years of supervisory or coaching experience in teambuilding and leading teams.
- Master’s degree, preferably in commerce, engineering, information technologies or MBA an asset.
- Current PMP certification and/or other industry and project management certifications.
- MS Project Orange Belt Certification.
- Agile or SCRUM certification highly preferred.
MEET THE TEAM
SAP Professional Services provides end to end project support to strategic customers. As Program Manager, you will partner with the customer account and all key stakeholders to ensure key milestones are met within the implementation of SAP solutions.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted annual combined range for this position is 107300-230600 USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance.
Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 452375 | Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services | Expected Travel: 0 - 50% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
See all 165+ SAP Project Manager jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new SAP Project Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a SAP Project Manager
Position your degree as directly relevant
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field matches the role. A degree in information systems, computer science, business information technology, or MIS maps cleanly to SAP Project Manager. Engineering and MBA degrees with an IT focus also pass muster in most cases.
Highlight SAP certifications in your application
SAP certifications like SAP Certified Associate or PMP credentials reinforce the specialty occupation argument. Employers sponsoring H-1B petitions use these to demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge, which strengthens the petition against USCIS Requests for Evidence.
Target employers with established SAP practices
Large consulting firms, system integrators, and Fortune 500 companies running SAP ERP environments sponsor visas far more readily than smaller employers. These organizations have existing immigration counsel and streamlined petition processes, which reduces delays and RFE risk significantly.
Understand the LCA wage requirement before negotiating
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying your wage meets the prevailing wage for the role and location. Knowing this prevents surprises during offer negotiation and ensures your offer aligns with what DOL data requires for your specific metro area.
Clarify your visa pathway before the H-1B lottery
If you missed the H-1B lottery, explore whether the employer can place you at a cap-exempt entity, pursue an O-1A if your record supports it, or file under L-1 if you have qualifying overseas employment with the same employer group. Options exist beyond the annual lottery.
Document your end-to-end SAP project experience precisely
Sponsoring employers need to write a detailed job duty description for Form I-129. Providing a precise account of your SAP implementation experience, module expertise, and project lifecycle involvement helps immigration attorneys build a stronger, more defensible specialty occupation argument.
SAP Project Manager jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find SAP Project Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does the SAP Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS generally accepts SAP Project Manager as a specialty occupation when the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as information systems, computer science, or business technology. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the specific role, not a generalized management position. Employers with formal SAP practices and structured IT departments have the strongest cases.
What visa types are most commonly used to sponsor SAP Project Managers?
The H-1B is the most common pathway for SAP Project Managers. L-1B visas are an option for candidates already employed by a multinational company abroad, as the role typically involves specialized SAP knowledge. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, which bypasses the lottery entirely. TN status does not apply to this job title under current USMCA classifications.
What degree do I need to qualify for SAP Project Manager visa sponsorship?
Most employers and USCIS accept a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, management information systems, business administration with a technology concentration, or a related field. If your degree is in an unrelated area, relevant work experience can sometimes supplement it using the three-for-one rule, where three years of specialized experience substitutes for one year of formal education.
How competitive is visa sponsorship for SAP Project Managers, and where should I search?
Sponsorship for SAP Project Manager roles is realistic, particularly with large employers running enterprise ERP environments. Consulting firms and system integrators are among the most consistent sponsors for this title. Migrate Mate lists visa-sponsoring employers for this role specifically, so you can filter by companies that have already committed to sponsoring rather than applying broadly and asking afterward.
Can I switch employers while on an H-1B as an SAP Project Manager?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided your previous H-1B was properly maintained. The new employer must file before your current status expires. Project-based consulting work with multiple client sites is common in this role and is generally permissible under a single petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sap Project Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
See which SAP Project Manager employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search SAP Project Manager Jobs