Sr. IT Workday Project Manager

INSPYR Solutions; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions in Boston seeks a Senior ITS ERP/Workday Project Manager to drive large-scale IT initiatives. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget in a hybrid onsite model.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years of IT project management experience, strong leadership, and data-driven decision making. Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project/Jira/Smartsheet) is required; PMP/Agile/PRINCE2 is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Project management training/certification preferred (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2)
• 8–10 years of progressive IT project management experience in cross-functional, matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple large IT projects across departments, aligned with university priorities.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, milestones, scope statements, budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Ensure project scope, plans address technology delivery, change readiness, and operational transition.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Monitor activities to ensure currency, quality, and integrity of information; provide governance-ready content.

Skills

Waterfall

Agile

Hybrid approaches

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/IS/Business Administration

PM Certification (PMP/Agile/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Title

Sr. IT Workday Project Manager (W2 Required)

Location

Boston, MA (hybrid onsite schedule)

Duration

12 months

Compensation

$90-97/hour

Work Requirements

U.S. Citizen, GC Holders, or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Skillset / Experience

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior ITS ERP/Workday Project Manager. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of large-scale, complex IT projects and programs that support the university’s strategic priorities. The Senior Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, manage diverse stakeholder expectations, and ensure that all initiatives are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget—while aligning business value and user needs.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a proven track record of managing complex strategic IT initiatives in dynamic environments. This role requires a strategic thinker who is also hands-on, with strong leadership and influencing skills.

This is a hybrid position that requires on-site presence in the Boston office three days per week.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Project management training/certification preferred (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2)

Experience

• 8–10 years of progressive IT project management experience, including managing large, complex, cross-functional IT initiatives in matrixed organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering enterprise-level technology projects, such as CRM, ERP, infrastructure, data integration, or cloud-based systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience engaging with business units, technical teams, and executive stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable project plans.
• Proven ability to lead diverse project teams, set direction, communicate vision, and influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Experienced in navigating organizational change, managing competing priorities, and driving projects forward in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading organizational change for enterprise technology implementations including adoption and post-go-live stabilization
• A strong history of using data-driven insights to guide project planning and risk management.

Knowledge and Skills

• Expert in project management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid approaches.
• Proficient with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, ServiceNow, or Jira.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong system-thinking capability to understand and manage interactions between technology and business processes.
• Ability to frame and communicate complex information clearly to drive alignment and informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Deep understanding of business processes and IT alignment, with the ability to deliver measurable value.
• Skilled in resource planning and budgeting for large-scale projects.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in fast-paced environments.
• Good understanding of current and emerging technologies and how other enterprises are employing them to drive digital business
• Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Identify all key responsibilities (maximum of 5) required of the job in 3-4 sentences and indicate the typical amount of time required for each responsibility. Total percentage of time must equal to 100%.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple large and complex IT projects across departments, ensuring alignment with university priorities and strategies.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, milestones, scope statements, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Ensure project scope and plans address technology delivery, as well as change, readiness, and operational transition
• Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project activities, ensuring the currency, quality and integrity of information, while providing consistency in content.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams, business units, and executive sponsors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Facilitate effective communication across cross-functional teams to ensure shared understanding of objectives, progress, and changes.
• Present project updates, risks, and performance metrics to governance groups and leadership.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide direction and support to cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
• Establish clear goals and responsibilities and promote accountability across team members.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and problem-solving.

Monitoring, Reporting & Financial Oversight

• Track and report on project progress, milestones, risks, issues, and financials.
• Develop and publish status reports, prepare and modify schedules or plans as required.
• Ensure post-project evaluation, lessons learned, and knowledge documentation.
• Manage project budgets responsibly, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial accountability.

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status. INSPYR Solutions complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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