Senior ERP Project Manager – HRIS Implementation

City of Hamilton, Ohio

Senior ERP Project Manager leading a large-scale HRIS implementation for Hamilton’s municipal government. Coordinating client teams, vendors, governance, data migration, testing, and organizational change.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeHamilton • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$105,334 - CA$131,668 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale HRIS implementations, including project management, stakeholder engagement, and change management. Proficient in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business requirements and governance standards.

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Project Management Professional (PMP)End-to-End Full-Cycle ImplementationsHR Processes KnowledgeAgile/Waterfall Delivery ModelsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData MigrationIntegration PlatformsTesting MethodologiesHRIS ImplementationChange ManagementGovernance FrameworksPerformance Metrics MonitoringResource CoordinationMilestone Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsExecutive Presentation SkillsStakeholder EngagementProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WorkdaySAP SuccessFactorsOracle HCM CloudUKG/Kronos

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Human Resources Information System (HRIS)Core HRPayrollRecruitingBenefitsCompensationTalent ManagementTime & AttendanceWorkforce PlanningOrganizational Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudOraclePMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the successful implementation of a large-scale Human Resources Information System (HRIS) across the organization
Drive and manage client-side project execution, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, milestone management, and deliverables
Coordinate client resources, third-party vendors, and implementation partners
Align project activities with approved timelines, scope, governance standards, business requirements, and best practices
Support solution design, configuration, testing, data migration, integrations, and deployment
Prepare and communicate Steering Committee and Executive Sponsor reporting, including project status, milestones, risks, dependencies, and key decisions
Support governance processes, stage gate reviews, approvals, and escalation management
Co-manage risks, actions, issues, and decisions; identify risks and develop mitigation and resolution strategies
Track dependencies across functional, technical, and vendor teams
Coordinate stakeholder, subject matter expert, and technical resource engagement throughout the implementation lifecycle
Manage planning and reporting for client deliverables
Maintain the business case and track value realization to ensure expected transformation benefits are achieved
Monitor project performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives
Support organizational readiness, change management, and user adoption initiatives
Perform other directly related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant business experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
Considerable progressive enterprise project management experience, with preference for 10+ years
Proven experience managing at least two end-to-end full-cycle implementations to successful outcomes, such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM Cloud, or UKG/Kronos
Oracle experience preferred
Strong understanding of HR processes, including Core HR, Payroll, Recruiting, Benefits, Compensation, Talent Management, Time & Attendance, and Workforce Planning
Experience operating within structured Project Management Office+ and governance frameworks
Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and executive presentation skills
Familiarity with integration platforms, data migration, and testing methodologies
Experience managing hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery models
Knowledge of change management and organizational transformation practices
Ability to work 35 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary, full-time employment
Hybrid work arrangement
Accommodation for applicants throughout the hiring process
Equal opportunity, inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes