Executive Project Manager

ADP, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Matched Retirement Savings

Wellness Program

Disability (short & long-term)

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Implementation Project Manager to oversee end-to-end project delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure on-time completion of initiatives within scope and quality standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, mentoring staff, and maintaining rigorous project governance. Travel up to 20% is expected, with a strong focus on client outcomes and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of project management experience.
• ADP Workforce Now (WFN) product knowledge/experience required.
• Up to 20% travel activity required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project phases from initiation to closure.
• Create project plans with deliverables, timelines and budgets.
• Direct day-to-day activities of projects and staff in a matrixed org.
• Ensure milestones are met through oversight of resources.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with impacted departments.
• Communicate with stakeholders and team members through project completion.
• Provide scheduled and on-demand status reports and updates.
• Direct project timeliness and budgets.
• Assess, manage, resolve and escape risks and issues.
• Tailor processes to project needs.
• Make timely decisions based on information and input.
• Handle high-complexity projects.

Skills

Project management

WFN knowledge

PMP (preferred)

Stakeholder communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor-level degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Visio

Job description

Unlock Your Career Potential: Project Management at ADP.

It's the machine that propels us forward with commitment and excellence. You are savvy about our business environment and know how to adeptly manage people and processes. You have the leadership and analytical skills to ensure projects reach the finish line -- on time, within scope and within budget. We give you the tools to succeed, with continuous opportunities to train and advance.

ADP is hiring a Senior Implementation Project Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure
• Create project plans, including deliverables, activities, timeliness and budgets
• Direct day-to-day activities of projects and staff in matrixed organization
• Ensure milestones are successfully met through oversight of project vehicles and coordination of resources
• Work collaboratively with other departments impacting project.
• Lead communication with stakeholders and team members through completion of the project
• Provide scheduled and on-demand status reports and updates
• Direct project timeliness and budgets
• Assess, manage, resolve and escape (if necessary) risks and issues
• Tailor processes to meet the needs of individual projects
• Make decisions based on information and input in a timely manner
• Work on projects of high complexity

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• At least three years of project management experience.
• ADP Workforce Now (WFN) product knowledge/ experience required.
• Up to 20% travel activity required.

A college degree is great but not required. What's more important is having the skills to do the job. Other acceptable experiences could include:

• Experience noted above, OR
• Military experience where skills including teamwork, adaptability, organization, and follow-through will help you build team and client relationships, identify solutions, and achieve success.

REFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PMP or equivalent professional project management certification.
• Implementation experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with project management tools and structured methodologies
• Knowledge of functional area and related company products
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills for handling multiple and conflicting activities
• Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation and facilitation skills
• Expertise with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Visio
• Commitment to being accountable for results
• Capacity for building relationships both internally and externally
• High focus on client service
• Ability to think independently and make decisions
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Collaborative approach to work
• Capacity to effectively lead a team of peers to adhere to the overall project timeline

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions.

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Matched Retirement Savings
• Wellness Program
• Short-and Long-Term Disability
• Charitable Contribution Match
• Holidays
• Personal Days & Vacation
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• and more.

The compensation for this role is USD $69,300.00 - USD $129,200.00 / Year*

*Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.

A little about ADP:

We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP:

ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP:

ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.