WillHire

Project Director, Federal Government

WillHire

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: McLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $174,600 - $261,900 per year

Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

CloudERP

About the role

  • 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

  • 10+ years of professional services experience
  • 5+ years of experience with multiple Cloud/ SaaS ERP business areas, including: HCM, Payroll, Planning and/or Financials
  • Experience (8+ years) working with clients, preferably in the Federal Government, State & Local Government or other relevant industries
  • 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
  • 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
  • Workday Bonus Plan
  • Role-specific commission/bonus
  • Annual refresh stock grants

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
WorkdayCloud ERPSaaSHCMPayrollPlanningFinancialsProject ManagementBudgetingCost Control
Soft skills
Relationship ManagementCommunicationInfluencingTrust BuildingMentoringCoachingCollaborationCustomer SatisfactionExecutive PresenceLeadership
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