Certified Workday Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Workday Project Manager to lead medium to complex projects in a fast-paced, global, multi-national organization. This role is pivotal in driving HR Digital Transformation initiatives, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and delivering impactful solutions. This role will be remote.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or multiple projects with Mercer clients across diverse business units, focusing on HR Digital Transformation initiatives such as Workday implementations, automation of HR processes, and adoption of AI-driven HR analytics.
• Communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels, including presenting to C-suite executives during Executive Steering Committees using virtual collaboration platforms and data storytelling techniques.
• Develop and oversee project plans with clear milestones and deadlines, co-created with business users and aligned with digital transformation goals.
• Track and manage project costs using cloud-based financial tools, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all Mercer-related documentation.
• Assign responsibilities, monitor team progress, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery of HR technology solutions, leveraging agile and hybrid project management methodologies.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, using data-driven tools to anticipate and address challenges.
• Enhance program and project management capabilities within your portfolio, integrating digital HR solutions to maximize business value and ROI.
• Maintain high visibility on initiatives through engaging, tech-enabled communication—think interactive dashboards, virtual town halls, and stakeholder updates.
• Ensure comprehensive scope documentation at project kickoff, continuously refining it as the project evolves and managing scope changes with precision.
• Confirm compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including data privacy and security standards critical to HR systems.
• Spot opportunities to introduce Mercer’s broader service offerings—like HR analytics, talent mobility platforms, or digital employee wellness solutions—to clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of project management or consulting experience, ideally in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) or HR Digital Transformation projects.
• Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently, lead teams, and inspire collaboration in hybrid or remote work environments.
• Exceptional communication skills, adept at virtual presentations, stakeholder engagement, and translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical mindset with advanced problem-solving skills, including experience with HR data analytics and digital process optimization.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Workday (e.g., HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, or Analytics modules) and familiarity with HR tech trends like AI, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), or cloud-based integrations. Workday Certification Preferred.
• Deep knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, SAFe).
• Proven proficiency with modern tools like Office365, Microsoft Project, Power BI, Tableau, Jira, Smartsheets, and/or Asana.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
• Vibrant and inclusive culture with talented colleagues.
• Career opportunities, benefits, and rewards to enhance well-being.
• Health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs, and employee assistance programs.

Pay

The applicable base salary range for this role is $111,600 to $223,200. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.