Workday HCM/Payroll Project Manager

Summary

Join our team as a Workday Project Manager and lead the HCM or Payroll workstream of an enterprise Workday implementation. This contract role, based remotely in the U.S. with occasional travel, focuses on coordinating testing and go-live readiness for a January 1, 2025 launch, with potential extension through April 2025. You will lead test execution, collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitate meetings, monitor progress, and manage dependencies. The role also involves supporting go-live planning and contributing to a second release. Experience with HCM and/or Payroll systems, particularly Workday, is essential, along with a background in leading testing in enterprise environments and within a healthcare organization.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience with HCM and/or Payroll systems; Workday strongly preferred
• Experience leading testing and readiness activities in enterprise environments
• Direct experience in a healthcare organization is required
• Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead test execution coordination (User Readiness Review, defect resolution, etc.) across Core HCM, Benefits, Absence, Talent, Compensation, or Payroll
• Work closely with HRIS, Payroll, IT, and Change Management teams to drive readiness and support end-user testing efforts
• Facilitate workstream standups, status reporting, and testing checkpoints
• Monitor testing progress, resolve blockers, and manage cross-functional dependencies
• Support go-live planning, cutover prep, and stabilization activities
• Contribute to planning for a second HCM/Payroll release targeted for April 2025

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with payroll operations and compliance considerations is a plus