Location
Reston VA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Position Title:
Project Manager – Payroll Implementation, Workday

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (1–2 days onsite weekly) – Reston, VA

Assignment Duration:
12 months (no opportunity for extension or conversion)

Preferred Certification:
PMP (Project Management Professional)

Compensation Range:
$45–$65/hour (Top rate is capped at $65/hour.)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and driven Project Manager to lead the full-cycle implementation of Workday Payroll. This individual will serve as the primary point of coordination across internal departments (HR, Payroll, Finance, IT) and third-party vendors to ensure delivery on time, on budget, and aligned with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Spearhead the Workday Payroll implementation from initiation through deployment and post-launch support.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, resources, and budget in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Translate business needs into clear project goals and deliverables.
  • Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate communication across departments.
  • Oversee system configuration, data migration, and integration testing.
  • Ensure execution of user training, UAT, and change management plans.
  • Act as the primary contact for issue tracking, risk identification, and resolution.
  • Prepare and deliver regular project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
  • Ensure seamless integration with related systems (timekeeping, benefits, external vendors).
  • Develop user manuals, training guides, and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Active PMP certification.
  • 5+ years of project management experience, preferably within HRIS or payroll systems.
  • Hands-on experience managing system implementations; Workday Payroll preferred.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Experience with change management processes.
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