Senior Human Resources Project Manager

KARL STORZ•El Segundo, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

KARL STORZ North America is seeking a Senior Human Resources Project Manager to lead program and project management across the HR function. This role sits on the HR Leadership Team and is accountable for driving complex HR initiatives—from annual strategic priorities to high-impact, cross-functional programs—ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget. You will partner closely with HR leaders, Global HR, and business stakeholders to translate strategy into execution, embed disciplined project management practices, and enable continuous improvement across the HR organization.

Requirements

8+ years of project or program management experience
2+ years supporting or working within an HR function
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA required)
PMP certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Teams and Planner
Exceptional communication and executive presence
Ability to influence across functions and senior leadership levels
Strong results orientation with a collaborative, inclusive approach
Comfort navigating ambiguity, complexity, and competing priorities
Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

HR program management experience
Experience in global or matrixed organizations
Exposure to organizations undergoing significant change
Experience across multiple HR disciplines
MBA preferred
Advanced expertise with Microsoft tools; experience with Mural a plus

Responsibilities

Own program and project management for all HR initiatives across KSNA, including cross-functional and global efforts
Partner with the HR Leadership Team (HRLT) to define scope, priorities, timelines, resources, and success metrics
Develop and maintain detailed, visible project plans, managing multiple initiatives concurrently
Identify and mitigate risks, proactively escalating issues before they impact delivery
Drive execution as an HR subject matter expert, ensuring outcomes are practical, high-quality, and adopted
Establish and standardize project management cadences, tools, SOPs, and SLAs across HR
Apply change management best practices to support adoption and sustainability
Lead post-project reviews and embed learnings into HR continuous improvement efforts
Present project updates and progress in HRLT, monthly HR meetings, and executive forums
Partner with the HR Workforce Analyst to support HR scorecarding and KPI tracking