( Next Gen ) Project Manager

Jobs via Dice; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology career destination is looking for a Project Manager for Skywalk Global, focusing on the transition of the Department of Human Services to Workday. This mid-senior level position requires strong leadership and project management skills, particularly in overseeing large-scale IT projects. Candidates should possess significant experience with Workday rollouts, excellent communication abilities, and relevant educational qualifications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct experience with Workday (NextGen) rollouts.
• 5+ years of IT project management or leadership experience.
• PMP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist DHS with ERP transition activities and project planning.
• Lead stakeholder meetings and monitor project performance.
• Ensure communication of project activities to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

MS Visio

SharePoint

MS Teams

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Skywalk Global, is seeking a Project Manager to assist the Department of Human Services (DHS) with their transition from the State Enterprise PeopleSoft system to the NexGen (Workday) application. Apply via Dice today!

Responsibilities:

1. Assist DHS CFO and HR Director in planning, coordinating, and aligning the agency’s ERP transition activities with the state’s project schedule.
2. Develop collaboration among the agency’s Finance, HR, and Procurement subject matter experts.
3. Ensure timely communication of project activities to stakeholders.
4. Lead stakeholder meetings and monitor project performance.
5. Work with Workday PMO to extend standards, procedures, and quality objectives.
6. Ensure team members have necessary tools and training.
7. Monitor milestones and critical dates, identify potential issues, and resolve schedule conflicts.
8. Conduct testing reviews with business leaders and develop relationships with project sponsors and vendors.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of direct experience with Workday (NextGen) rollouts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of IT project management or leadership experience.
• 3+ years managing enterprise NextGen Workday implementations.
• PMP certification (must upload certification).
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Visio, SharePoint, MS Teams, and MS Office Suite.
• Experience working in State Government.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Project Management and IT
• Industry: Software Development

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