IT Project Manager - DayForce

Strata Results Group; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Diverse IT projects

Descripción de la vacante

A consulting firm is seeking an IT Senior Project Manager with strong Dayforce implementation experience to lead HR and payroll projects. The role involves overseeing all project phases, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and compliance. Candidates must have at least 10 years in IT Project Management and proven expertise in Dayforce. Offers a competitive salary and career growth opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Formación

• Minimum 10 years in IT Project Management with experience in Dayforce implementations.
• Proven experience in Dayforce Payroll, Workforce Management, and HR.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
• PM certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all phases of IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Work closely with HR, payroll, finance, and clients.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Budget & Resource Management: ensure optimal allocation and budget control.
• Compliance & Governance: adhere to payroll and HR regulations and IT governance.
• Change Management: drive business and technical change initiatives across HR/payroll.
• Reporting & Documentation: maintain project reports and stakeholder communications.

Conocimientos

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Budget Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Herramientas

Dayforce

SaaS platforms

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Descripción del empleo

Melbourne, Australia | Posted on 03/24/2026

Who we are:

Strata Results Group is a boutique and personalised consultancy offering strategy and business transformation services.

SRG has a proven track record for assisting iconic local and global organisations to achieve their business objectives and outcomes on time and within budget. Our key capabilities are, but not limited to include:

• Strategy Planning
• Recruitment

All our capabilities are backed by specialists and technology leaders who are experienced and up to speed with the industry sector’s common pain points, best-practice operations, regulatory requirements, and obligations.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a highly motivated IT Senior Project Manager with strong Dayforce (HCM) implementation experience to lead and deliver complex, multi-faceted projects across HR, payroll, and workforce management systems. This role requires a hands‑on leader who is not only capable of directing but also willing to roll up their sleeves and action tasks as needed.

Projects will primarily include Dayforce implementations, HRIS transformations, and related integrations, alongside broader infrastructure and application initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• End‑to‑End Project Management: Oversee all phases of IT projects from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with HR, payroll, finance teams, clients, and external vendors to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Budget & Resource Management: Ensure optimal allocation of resources and budget control across multiple projects.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to payroll regulations, HR compliance requirements, and IT governance frameworks.
• Change Management: Drive business and technical change initiatives, particularly across HR and payroll functions, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and presentations for stakeholders and senior management.

Qualification and Experience:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in IT Project Management with hands‑on experience delivering Dayforce (HCM) implementations, HRIS, or payroll system projects.
• Dayforce Expertise: Proven experience in Dayforce modules such as Payroll, Workforce Management, Time & Attendance, and HR, including end‑to‑end implementation or major enhancements.
• Project Methodologies: Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with SaaS platforms, cloud‑based HCM systems, APIs, and integration technologies.
• Leadership: Ability to lead cross‑functional teams including HR, payroll, IT, and external vendors.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to resolve complex project issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing Dayforce vendors/partners and implementation partners.
• Prior experience in multi‑country payroll or HR transformation projects.
• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on diverse IT projects across different industries.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth opportunities within a dynamic and innovative environment.