Workday Engagement Manager - Associate Director

Guidehouse; United States; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Dev &\

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Workday Engagement Manager to lead and deliver large-scale Workday ERP initiatives. You'll collaborate with clients to assess needs, design transformations, and manage complex engagements from planning through execution.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, methodical project governance, and a strong focus on stakeholder communication to ensure high customer satisfaction. Travel up to 25% with some on-site and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years Workday EM experience, or Master’s with 5+ years in EM.
• Experience with Workday, Oracle, SAP, or Peoplesoft.
• Proven role in multiple referenceable implementations.
• Experience executing projects within a structured methodology.
• Travel up to 25%, with possible on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Be part of our Workday Practice, part of a new and energized team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology.
• From initial assessments to entire transformations, deliver Workday solutions equipping organizations with the information they need to make better business decisions.
• Be an active participant on assigned projects helping to streamline client process and manage the overall engagement.
• Participate in an innovative, teaming culture for the Workday team to enabled constant innovation.
• Strong ability to manage the stages of a Workday project.
• Demonstrate consultative skills.
• Have a passion for high customer satisfaction levels.

Skills

Engagement Management

Workday Expertise

ERP Experience

Consultative Skills

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

11+ years experience without degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• As part of our Workday Practice, you’ll be part of a new and energized team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology
• From initial assessments to entire transformations, you’ll deliver Workday solutions equipping organizations with the information they need to make better business decisions.
• Be an active participant on assigned projects helping to streamline client process and manage the overall engagement
• Participate in an innovative, teaming culture for the Workday team to enabled constant innovation,
• Strong ability to manage the stages of a Workday project.
• Demonstrate consultative skills.
• Have a passion for high customer satisfaction levels.

Job Family

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

• As part of our Workday Practice, you’ll be part of a new and energized team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology
• From initial assessments to entire transformations, you’ll deliver Workday solutions equipping organizations with the information they need to make better business decisions.
• Be an active participant on assigned projects helping to streamline client process and manage the overall engagement
• Participate in an innovative, teaming culture for the Workday team to enabled constant innovation,
• Strong ability to manage the stages of a Workday project.
• Demonstrate consultative skills.
• Have a passion for high customer satisfaction levels.

What You Will Need

• Bachelors degree with MINIMUM of SEVEN (7) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm; OR a Masters degree with a MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm. Years of experience can be substituted for a formal degree, such as NO degree with a MINIMUM of ELEVEN (11) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm
• Experience with an ERP system: Workday, Oracle, SAP, Peoplesoft, etc
• A proven role in multiple referenceable implementations
• Experience with the execution of projects within a structured methodology
• Up to 25% travel with a focus on work from home and/or Guidehouse office, consultants may provide on-site support for key milestones as needed

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Preference will be given to those who are Workday certified in EM and PM
• Preference will be given to those with direct EM experience
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, focused on Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Strong written and oral communication skills (RFP responses, white papers, etc) and presentation skills such as Workday demonstrations and client presentations
• PMP certification
• Implementations involving deploying within a state or local government is preferred
• Experience working in complex multi-phase implementations

The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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