M&A Integration Project Manager

Help organizations navigate change with confidence.

When a new firm joins Savant, technology is more than hardware, software, and systems.

It's how people access the tools they rely on every day. It's how teams stay connected. It's how employees begin building confidence in what comes next.

As our M&A Integration Project Manager , you'll lead the planning, coordination, and execution of technology integrations for firms joining Savant through mergers and acquisitions. You'll work alongside firm leaders, technology vendors, operations teams, and employees at every level to create a transition experience that is organized, thoughtful, and seamless.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys project management, relationship building, problem solving, and travel. Success in this role requires equal parts organization, communication, adaptability, and ownership.

In this role, you'll:

Lead complex technology integration projects

- Manage multiple integration projects simultaneously from discovery through system cutover

- Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and implementation strategies

- Coordinate activities across internal teams, external vendors, and newly joined firms

- Ensure projects stay on track, communicate risks proactively, and drive resolution when challenges arise

Serve as a trusted advisor and communicator

- Build relationships with stakeholders from front-line employees to executive leadership

- Facilitate discovery meetings to understand technology environments and business processes

- Translate technical concepts into language that diverse audiences can easily understand

- Help guide leaders and employees through change with confidence and clarity

Support successful onsite transitions

- Travel to newly joined firm locations to oversee technology cutovers and employee onboarding

- Coordinate equipment deployment, software implementation, vendor transitions, and employee training

- Provide hands-on support and leadership during critical transition periods

- Ensure employees feel informed, supported, and prepared throughout the process

A couple things to note:

- Location: We are initially focusing on candidates within the Rockford, Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee corridor, including surrounding communities. Proximity to Rockford is preferred because occasional in-person collaboration, training, equipment preparation, and other hands-on responsibilities will take place at our headquarters.

- Work model: This is a flexible position with periodic in-person work in Rockford. Daily office attendance is not expected, but candidates should be able to travel to Rockford when business needs require.

- Travel: Travel is a meaningful part of this role. Integrations often require onsite support across the country. While much of the travel is planned in advance, flexibility is important, as business needs can occasionally require short-notice travel.

- Schedule: Technology cutovers can include evening and weekend work. A common onsite schedule may run from Thursday through Monday or Tuesday.

- Technology focus: This is not a deeply technical engineering role. We're looking for a strong project leader who can bring together people, processes, vendors, and technology to deliver successful integration outcomes.

Qualifications

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We're especially interested in candidates who bring:

- A proven history of successfully leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and tight deadlines

- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences, from front-line employees to executive leadership

- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a process-oriented mindset

- A customer-service approach focused on building trust and creating a positive experience during periods of change

- The ability to translate technical concepts into practical, easy-to-understand language

- Sound judgment, professional presence, and the ability to work independently while coordinating multiple moving parts

- Flexibility, adaptability, and enthusiasm for travel

- A commitment to collaboration, accountability, integrity, and service that aligns with Savant's mission and core values

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.

- Three or more years of experience leading technology implementation, integration, infrastructure, operational, or business transformation projects.

- Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, vendors, and project resources across complex initiatives.

- Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, technology integrations, implementations, onboarding initiatives, consulting engagements, or similar change-management projects is highly valued.

- Project management certifications such as CAPM, PMP, Agile, Scrum, or similar credentials are helpful but not required.

- Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including occasional evening, weekend, and short-notice travel.

- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and evidence of automobile insurance.

What Sets Savant Apart

- Collaborative, integrated model across advisory, tax, and planning—no silos

- Growth-oriented firm, offering meaningful opportunities for career development and long-term impact

- Values-driven culture, grounded in excellence, integrity, lifelong learning, respect, growth, and servant leadership

- Majority employee-owned, giving our team a shared stake in our long-term success

Our Total Rewards

At Savant, we invest in our people—supporting both their well-being and long-term growth.

We take a market-based approach to compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000 - 145,000. Actual compensation is determined on an individual basis and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and market conditions. This role may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation based on responsibilities and performance.

Core Benefits (Effective Day One):

- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options

- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage

Financial & Long-Term Rewards:

- 401(k) with company match (Roth and Traditional options)

- Team-based incentive opportunities and recognition programs

Time Away & Flexibility:

- Generous paid time off, plus at least 10 paid holidays

- Annual Savantiversary day

- Summer Hours (shorter work weeks during the summer)

- Parental leave, personal leave, and other life-event support

Well-Being & Everyday Perks:

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Wellness reimbursements (e.g., gym memberships)

- Flexible Dress for Your Day approach

Were happy to share more details about our benefits and total rewards during the hiring process.

Take your career to new heights, apply today!

All applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbent in this position. Any combination of equivalent education and work experience will be considered.

Savant Capital LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer