Sr. HR Technology Project Manager

The Senior HR Technology Project Manager is a key role within the HR Technology team, supporting the phased implementation and ongoing project-based activities of Workday HCM/Core, Payroll, Talent, Learning, Workforce Planning, Extend, and Contingent Worker Management. The individual will provide strategic and tactical leadership and oversight for crafting, sustaining, implementing, and driving efficient and effective project/portfolio management in support of HR Technology business objectives within specified timelines and budgets. This role requires a deep understanding of HRIS/IT technical concepts and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. They will also be responsible for providing overall strategic governance for projects by establishing standards, processes, and tools used for effective project delivery. The Senior HR Technology Project Manager will need to establish methodologies to set productivity and quality targets and to assess results for all projects.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define Workday project scope, goals, and deliverables
• Develop detailed project plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and budgets
• Identify technical requirements and potential risks, and develop mitigation plans

Team Leadership:

• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Provide clear direction to team members, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives
• Mentor and guides team members, promoting professional growth and development

Project Execution:

• Manage project execution according to the project plan, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget
• Monitor project progress and performance, making necessary adjustments to ensure successful project delivery
• Address and resolves project issues, conflicts, and challenges as they arise

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues
• Facilitate effective communication between project teams, clients, and other stakeholders
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensures their requirements are understood and addressed

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that project deliverables meet high-quality standards and are aligned with technical specifications
• Implement best practices and quality control processes throughout the project lifecycle

Budget and Resource Management:

• Monitor project budgets, expenses, and resource utilization, ensuring efficient allocation of resources
• Track project costs and makes recommendations for cost optimization where possible

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project delivery
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, status reports, and meeting minutes
• Prepare regular project progress reports for stakeholders and leadership, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of experience and education is required
• 10+ years experience in technical SaaS HR Technology project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex, global projects
• PMP or project management certification is preferred
• Deep knowledge of Workday portfolio, with experience in implementation and ongoing maintenance and support
• Thorough understanding of HRIS/IT technical concepts and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of technical concepts and HR software development lifecycle
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Experience in risk management, quality assurance, and resource management
• Ability to influence and drive decision making in a matrixed environment, with direct experience in negotiation
• Ability to create and deliver targeted communication to internal and external stakeholders at various levels within the organization
• Strong group facilitation and conflict management skills
• Excellent analytical, time management, resource management, and planning skills

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.