IT Project Manager – Workday HCM

Job Title: IT Project Manager – Global Job Architecture and Fieldglass Integration Term: 12 Months with possible extension Location: 100% Remote (EST) Project Overview We are embarking on a significant transformation through the Global Job Architecture project to recalibrate all roles within Workday HCM. This initiative aims to transition from a legacy job architecture inherited from previous org. to a modernized structure that aligns with our future-state operating model. The goal is to create a more efficient and engaging workplace that empowers to take ownership of their careers. In addition, part of the PM’s team will support an in-flight Fieldglass integration project as we are automating R2P process by removing the need for purchase orders. Key Responsibilities • Project Leadership: Oversee the Global Job Architecture project from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives. • Workday Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of Workday HCM to guide the configuration and updates needed for job architecture. • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, IT, and management, to gather requirements and ensure buy-in for new job families and organizational design. • Testing and Support: Drive testing efforts to validate configurations and ensure they meet business requirements. Provide support during testing phases, addressing any issues that arise. • Alignment with Downstream Systems: Coordinate with downstream systems and departments to ensure that changes to job profiles and architecture are effectively communicated and integrated into their processes. • Cut-Over Management: Develop and implement strategies to manage the cut-over process, ensuring that old job profiles and new job profiles can coexist and operate seamlessly during the transition period. • Project Planning: Create detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring that milestones are met and within budget. • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Required Qualifications • Experience: Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, particularly with a focus on Workday HCM implementations and job architecture transformations. • Knowledge of Job Architecture: Strong understanding of global job architecture principles and best practices. Exposure and experience with FG implementation will be a plus • Technical Skills: Familiarity with Workday's configuration, reporting tools, and integration capabilities. Fieldglass experience will be a plus. • Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.), tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira) and thorough documentation of the project changes and note taking. • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Comfortable navigating through ambiguity, be able to articulate project risks. • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address challenges that arise during the project. Desired Attributes • Adaptability: Ability to navigate ambiguity and adjust plans as needed to meet changing business requirements. • Leadership: Proven leadership skills to motivate and guide project teams towards successful outcomes. • Visionary Thinking: A strategic mindset to align job architecture changes with our long-term goals for talent management and organizational efficiency. Outcome Expectation The successful IT PM will enable us to: • Develop a fit-for-purpose Global Job Architecture that supports the new organizational operating model. • Lay a solid foundation for workforce and succession planning, skill-based learning, and performance management. • Transform our talent ecosystem, fostering a structured, transparent, and engaging workplace that empowers employees. EEO: “Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.” Apply tot his job Apply To this Job