Sr. Workday Project Manager (Hybrid)

DMS Vision•Frisco, GA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-impact, cloud-based application projects, with a strong focus on Workday implementations, optimizations, and upgrades. The role manages complex, cross-functional programs and collaborates with HR, Finance, IT, and external vendor teams to support digital transformation efforts. The ideal candidate has expertise in Workday project delivery and SaaS solution lifecycles, and can execute structured, transparent project management in a fast-paced environment. The position is in Atlanta, Georgia, requires three days per week onsite, and is listed as a duration of 6+ months.

Requirements

At least 4 years of Workday project management experience, including implementations, integrations, and optimizations.
Deep knowledge of Workday core modules, including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and Recruiting.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Informatics, or a similar field.
PMP or equivalent certification required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday integrations, data migration, and vendor methodology.
Background in Agile and Waterfall or hybrid methodologies.
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven experience leading cross-functional, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of Workday initiatives involving HCM, Payroll, Benefits, and Recruiting, as well as other cloud-based application projects.
Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables with stakeholders.
Apply Workday methodologies and governance best practices to support successful deployments.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Workday project workstreams and cross-functional teams.
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and vendors, ensuring clarity and alignment.
Coordinate resources across HR, Finance, IT, and third-party vendors.
Monitor progress, track deliverables, and remove roadblocks to support on-time delivery.
Identify and mitigate risks, manage budgets, and forecast resource requirements.
Lead scope control and change management to minimize business disruption.
Provide updates, executive briefings, and stakeholder reports.
Track performance against KPIs and conduct post-implementation reviews for continuous improvement.
Ensure projects meet industry standards, regulations, and organizational policies.
Maintain quality assurance across project deliverables.