Project Director – State & Local Government

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Project Director managing customer deployments in State & Local Government for Workday AI platform. Leading strategic deployments, project governance, and customer communications with C-level executives.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $171,300 - $256,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of projects, including Workday primed and partner primed projects
Manage budget, timeline, scope and risks for assigned portfolio of projects
Monitor project forecasts, and compliance with departmental policies on project governance
Act as trusted advisor for the customer's executive leadership team, including participation in Steering Committee meetings
Work with Resource Management and Consulting Managers to staff project teams and act as escalation point for project staffing issues
Assist with sales to provide expertise on deployment approaches, input into project staffing plans and SOW’s
Conduct project assessments on strategic projects
Provide advisory services on strategic projects
Review project change orders to ensure they are adequately documented and executed
Collaborate across projects in the portfolio to help bring consistency and delivery excellence across the business
Lead internal initiatives that support practice development
Mentor Engagement Managers through continuous coaching on Workday methodology, processes and policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience (6+ years) working with clients in State & Local Government
10+ years of professional services experience
5+ years of experience with multiple Cloud/ SaaS ERP business areas, including: HCM, Payroll, Planning and/or Financials
Expert at building deep trust and influencing at the C-level
Demonstrated expertise in Workday’s project methodology and Product Suite HCM, Payroll, Planning and/or Financials highly preferred
Project Management experience
Experience navigating highly matrixed environments
Passion for customer success
Proven ability to effectively manage service delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction through streamlined processes, efficient resource allocation, and a focus on meeting expectations
Exceptional relationship management skills are crucial, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment
Strong project finance skills, including budgeting, cost control, and financial risk assessment to ensure projects remain on track and within budget
Demonstrated executive presence, including strong communication skills, confidence, and the ability to inspire and influence others
Ability to travel 50% or more of the time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Workday Bonus Plan
Role-specific commission/bonus
Annual refresh stock grants

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Hard Skills & Tools

WorkdayCloud ERPSaaSHCMPayrollPlanningFinancialsProject ManagementBudgetingCost Control

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCustomer SuccessInfluencingCommunicationMentoringCollaborationLeadershipCoachingTrust BuildingExecutive Presence