HR Applications Project Manager Hybrid Contract

Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

• Lead project kick-off meetings and regular status meetings to ensure clear communication and alignment among stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues promptly.
• Manage project scope changes and ensure appropriate documentation and approvals.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies (e.g., Agile) and company standards.
• Stakeholder Management :

Collaborate with HR business partners, IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure alignment.

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Manage vendor relationships when applicable.
• HR Application Management :

Gain a deep understanding of the company's HR corporate applications (e.g., HRIS, talent management systems, payroll systems).

• Partner with HR teams to identify and implement process improvements through technology solutions.
• Oversee application upgrades, enhancements, and integrations.
• Ensure data integrity and security within HR applications.
• Oversee testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Team Leadership :

Lead and motivate project teams, including internal and external resources.

• Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Potentially manage Business analysts assigned to projects.
• Documentation and Reporting :

Create and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and lessons learned.

• Prepare and present project reports to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely tracking of project metrics and KPIs.

Qualifications :

• Education : Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP or other relevant project management certification is preferred.
• Experience :

Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the HR or IT field.

• Proven experience managing HR corporate application projects (e.g., HRIS implementations, talent management system upgrades).
• Strong understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Experience with project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira).
• Skills :

Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of HR data privacy and security requirements.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle.
• Experience with change management.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with specific HR applications (e.g., Workday, Anaplan, Oracle HCM).
• Experience with Agile methodologies.

Key Competencies :

• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Communication and Collaboration
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Change Management
• Organizational skills.

Required Skills : Project Management

Basic Qualification :

Additional Skills :

Background Check : No

Drug Screen : No