Senior ERP Project Manager – HRIS Implementation

Jobtailor; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Hamilton, Ontario seeks a senior project leader to drive a large-scale HRIS implementation. You will manage client-side execution, coordinate partners, and ensure alignment with governance and business requirements.

Responsibilities include design support, data migration, testing, integrations, and deployment, with regular executive reporting. PMP and 10+ years of enterprise PM experience are required, along with strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• PMP certification required.
• 10+ years progressive enterprise project management experience preferred.
• Experience managing at least two end-to-end full-cycle HRIS implementations (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM Cloud, or UKG/Kronos).

Responsibilities

• Lead successful implementation of a large-scale HRIS across the organization.
• Drive and manage client-side project execution including planning, scheduling, resources, milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate client resources, vendors, and implementation partners.
• Align activities with timelines, scope, governance, and business requirements.
• Support solution design, configuration, testing, data migration, integrations, and deployment.
• Prepare Steering Committee and Executive Sponsor reporting including risks and decisions.
• Maintain governance processes, stage gate reviews, and escalation management.
• Track dependencies across functional, technical, and vendor teams.
• Support organizational readiness, change management, and user adoption initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Data Migration

HRIS Implementation

Governance Frameworks

End-to-End Implementations

Hybrid Agile/Waterfall

Communication & Exec Presentations

Education

University degree in Business, HR, Information Systems

Tools

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

Oracle HCM Cloud

UKG/Kronos

Job description

• Lead the successful implementation of a large-scale Human Resources Information System (HRIS) across the organization
• Drive and manage client-side project execution, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, milestone management, and deliverables
• Coordinate client resources, third-party vendors, and implementation partners
• Align project activities with approved timelines, scope, governance standards, business requirements, and best practices
• Support solution design, configuration, testing, data migration, integrations, and deployment
• Prepare and communicate Steering Committee and Executive Sponsor reporting, including project status, milestones, risks, dependencies, and key decisions
• Support governance processes, stage gate reviews, approvals, and escalation management
• Co-manage risks, actions, issues, and decisions; identify risks and develop mitigation and resolution strategies
• Track dependencies across functional, technical, and vendor teams
• Coordinate stakeholder, subject matter expert, and technical resource engagement throughout the implementation lifecycle
• Manage planning and reporting for client deliverables
• Maintain the business case and track value realization to ensure expected transformation benefits are achieved
• Monitor project performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Support organizational readiness, change management, and user adoption initiatives
• Perform other directly related duties as assigned

Requirements

• University degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant business experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
• Considerable progressive enterprise project management experience, with preference for 10+ years
• Proven experience managing at least two end-to-end full-cycle implementations to successful outcomes, such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM Cloud, or UKG/Kronos
• Oracle experience preferred
• Strong understanding of HR processes, including Core HR, Payroll, Recruiting, Benefits, Compensation, Talent Management, Time & Attendance, and Workforce Planning
• Experience operating within structured Project Management Office+ and governance frameworks
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and executive presentation skills
• Familiarity with integration platforms, data migration, and testing methodologies
• Experience managing hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery models
• Knowledge of change management and organizational transformation practices
• Ability to work 35 hours per week

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale HRIS implementations, including project management, stakeholder engagement, and change management. Proficient in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business requirements and governance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• End-to-End Full-Cycle Implementations
• HR Processes Knowledge
• Agile/Waterfall Delivery Models
• Stakeholder Management

Hard Skills

• Project Management
• Data Migration
• Integration Platforms
• Testing Methodologies
• HRIS Implementation
• Change Management
• Governance Frameworks
• Performance Metrics Monitoring
• Resource Coordination
• Milestone Management

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Executive Presentation Skills
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Core HR
• Payroll
• Recruiting
• Benefits
• Compensation
• Talent Management
• Time & Attendance
• Workforce Planning
• Organizational Transformation

Tools & Technologies

• Workday
• SAP SuccessFactors
• Oracle HCM Cloud
• UKG/Kronos