Engagement Manager - LE Diversified Industries

Workday; United States; Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday is seeking an Engagement Manager to lead mid to large deployments using the Workday Deployment Methodology. You will guide engagements, manage 3–5 simultaneous projects, and mentor the delivery team, ensuring scope and budget adherence.

The role supports executive expectations, may involve sales-cycle participation, and requires travel up to 50%. Central or Eastern time zone fit is preferred; Senior level considered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ project management with HCM, Payroll, or Financial implementations.
• 3+ years implementing Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or similar apps.

Responsibilities

• Become a guide in Workday’s Implementation Methodology on all engagements.
• Lead 3–5 simultaneous project deployments with strong budget control.
• Mentor Professional Services resources and ensure scope adherence.
• Participate in sales cycles to gather requirements and shape proposals.
• Present at Executive Steering Committee meetings and client reviews.
• Ensure clients leverage Workday standard methodologies and references.

Skills

Project management

HCM and Payroll

Financial implementations

Workday deployment

Leadership & mentoring

Tools

Workday product suite

Oracle

SAP

PeopleSoft

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun‑drenched optimism and drive. Whether you’re building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

Workday is the leader in enterprise-class, software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for managing global businesses. Workday’s Professional Services Delivery teams are driven by a passion for our products and the success of our customers in implementing and generating the highest value possible from our outstanding cloud solutions. We’re a diverse group of people, with an invaluable mix of experiences and backgrounds, located across multiple locations. We are committed to diversity and inclusion expressed in the VIBE (Value, Inclusion, Belonging, Equity) approach: At Workday, we VIBE™.

About the Role

The Engagement Manager will be an expert with the Workday Deployment Methodology. They will lead/manage mid to large deployments and resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. They will also support executive level expectations by providing internal suggestions to management, based on field experience, as to how to potentially enhance the Workday Deployment Methodology. The ideal candidate for this role will be in the Central or Eastern time zone. We will also consider candidates at the Senior level for this role.

• Become a guide in Workday’s Implementation Methodology and demonstrate it on all engagements.
• Lead the implementation of 3 - 5 simultaneous projects.
• Show strength in the Workday product suite – Financials, HCM, and/or Payroll.
• At times, participate in the sales cycle to gather requirements, formulate delivery approach, and develop a proposal/SOW.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to those Professional Service resources working on their implementations.
• Ensure projects are accurately planned, staffed and tight management of scope and budget/resource forecasting.
• Work with the internal customer project manager to identify/resolve all issues that could impact project scope and/or timeframes.
• Present at Executive Steering Committee meetings.
• Ensure the client takes advantage of Workday standard methodologies.
• Be a liaison for professional services when interacting with sales and/or development.
• Find opportunities to position other service offerings.
• Ensure the client can serve as a reference upon completing their implementation.
• Assist in the transition of the customer from professional services to product support.
• Ensure the project is delivered within the budget outlined in the SOW.
• Present clients with change orders in the event they’re asking Workday to perform tasks that are outside the scope of the SOW.

About You

Basic Qualifications for a P3 Engagement Manager

• 5+ years’ experience of project management with HCM, Payroll, or Financial implementations within medium enterprise, large enterprise, higher education and/or state and local governments.
• 3+years of experience implementing Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or similar applications.

Basic Qualifications for a P4 Senior Engagement Manager

• 7+ years’ experience of project management with HCM, Payroll, or Financial implementations within medium enterprise, large enterprise, higher education and/or state and local governments.
• 5+years of experience implementing Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or similar applications.

Other Qualifications

• Consulting experience either as an internal consultant or with a consulting/software company.
• Solid grasp with at least one of the following business areas: Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll, General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable or Services procurement.
• Project Management experience a must. Experience with Scope, managing timelines and budgets.
• Excellent communication, organization, time management, and social skills.
• Passion for customer service.
• Business development skills.
• Knowledge of Internet technology and cloud‑based applications.
• Previous service sales experience a plus.
• Successful candidates have a balance of functional (business) and technical experience.
• Travel is a required element of this role. The position requires up to 50% domestic travel, which may include overnight stays.
• *VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this role

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here. Primary Location: USA.IL.Home Office Primary Location Base Pay Range: $122,800 USD - $184,200 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $116,600 USD - $207,200 USD.

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in‑office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you’ll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Fair Chance Statement

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Accommodation Statement

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