Job Description

Job Title: Workday Project Manager – HCM
Location: Remote (U.S.-based, with 25% travel)
Rate- Hourly W2 up to $95/hr

Engagement Type: Contract through July 2026

Reports to: Engagement Manager

Role Overview:
The client is seeking a Project Manager to support the  HCM  of an enterprise Workday implementation. 
Experience with VNDLY or other Contingent Worker.
This person will be focusing on PATT (payroll, absence, time tracking) as well as Mexico/Canada localization for HCM & PATT. Would really want this person to have PM'd PATT and speak Spanish.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead test execution coordination (User Readiness Review, defect resolution, etc.) across Core HCM, Benefits, Absence, Talent, Compensation, or Payroll.

Work closely with HRIS, Payroll, IT, and Change Management teams to drive readiness and support end-user testing efforts.

Facilitate workstream standups, status reporting, and testing checkpoints.

Monitor testing progress, resolve blockers, and manage cross-functional dependencies.

Support go-live planning, cutover prep, and stabilization activities.

Required Experience:
5+ years of project management experience with HCM and/or Payroll systems; Workday strongly preferred.

Experience leading testing and readiness activities in enterprise environments.

Direct experience in a  healthcare organization is  required .

Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Familiarity with payroll operations and compliance considerations is a plus.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Remote work,

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