POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We're looking for a skilled Project Manager III with experience in Human Capital Management (HCM) to join our client's project in Newport Beach, CA. This is a 12-month W-2 contract with the potential for extension or conversion to a full-time position. The role is hybrid, requiring you to be in the office four days a week.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
As a contract Sr Project Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting HR related projects related to data, people, processes and technologies.
RESPONSBILTIES:
- This role will drive complex and cross-functional enterprise projects across the enterprise.
- Work closely with diverse project teams (matrixed org), maintain project schedules and all supporting documents to ensure program/project is delivered within scope, schedule, cost, and specifications and to the satisfaction of stakeholders and sponsors.
- Lead and influence project sponsors, stakeholders and the core project team members in the successful completion / implementation of goals.
- Establish, analyze, and maintain scope, project plans, resources, report progress as required, generate risk assessments, escalate issues, facilitate project review presentations and meetings related to the projects/programs involving multiple stakeholders.
- Create and maintain an Epic and Features roadmap, aligning business goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize Epics and Features based on business value and impact.
- Track progress and ensure that the roadmap is updated regularly to reflect changes in priorities and scope.
- Serves as a liaison between Corporate and other Divisional teams; Develop, foster, and manage relationships with project/program sponsors to influence effective decision making across the enterprise.
- Support change management at the organizational level.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 7-10 years progressive experience in project/program management skills, techniques and methodology (Waterfall & Agile).
- Experience in Global Human Capital Management (HCM).
- Demonstrated experience in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, and ability to coach teams on Agile adoption and continuous improvement.
- Experience in breaking down Epics into smaller, manageable Features and user stories.
- Strong analytical skills to assess the impact of new features and changes on the overall project timeline and deliverables.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, exhibit poise and exercise diplomacy in communication, ability to influence others toward consensus, conflict management and decision-making, and to direct work for project office colleagues.
- Must be a self-starter, have demonstrated experience in a lead role, be well organized, able to coordinate multiple work streams, effectively managing their time and be a strong leader who can adapt rapidly to new developments and changing priorities.
- Experience comprehending, explaining and executing various areas of Human Resources, e.g., talent acquisition, HR Operations, Compensation, etc.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams – including IT and third-party vendors.
- Proficiency in using Agile project management tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
- Highly skilled in MS productivity tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel), and other presentation and other collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, and Planview.
- Strong in critical thinking, data analysis and reporting, risk and controls, and process improvement.
- Background in strategic management and/or management consulting advantageous.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Experience implementing Workday.
EDUCATION:
- A bachelor's degree in a related field.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:
- MBA, PMP and/or Agile certifications, or other relevant study.