Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now (WFN) product is required.
Willingness to travel up to 20%.
Military experience recognized for relevant skills.
PMP or similar project management certification preferred.
Responsibilities
Manage all phases of projects from initiation to closure.
Create detailed project plans with deliverables and budgets.
Direct daily activities for project teams in a matrixed environment.
Ensure the project meets milestones through resource coordination.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members throughout the project.
Provide regular status updates and reports.
Assess and manage risks, escalating as necessary.
Benefits
Opportunity to engage in projects of high complexity.
Access to collaborative work across various departments.
Valuable experience within a prominent organization.
Support for professional development in project management.
Full Job Description
ADP is hiring aSenior Implementation Project Manager. In this position, you'll be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and implementation of projects to ensure business goals and objectives are accomplished within designated timeframes and budgets.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure
Create project plans, including deliverables, activities, timeliness and budgets
Direct day-to-day activities of projects and staff in matrixed organization
Ensure milestones are successfully met through oversight of project vehicles and coordination of resources
Work collaboratively with other departments impacting project.
Lead communication with stakeholders and team members through completion of the project
Provide scheduled and on-demand status reports and updates
Direct project timeliness and budgets
Assess, manage, resolve and escalate (if necessary) risks and issues
Tailor processes to meet the needs of individual projects
Make decisions based on information and input in a timely manner
Work on projects of high complexity
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
At least three years of project management experience.
Up to 20% travel activity required.
A college degree is great but not required. What's more important is having the skills to do the job. Other acceptable experiences could include:
Experience noted above, OR
Military experience where skills including teamwork, adaptability, organization, and follow-through will help you build team and client relationships, identify solutions, and achieve success.
REFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:
PMP or equivalent professional project management certification.
Implementation experience is highly preferred.
Experience with project management tools and structured methodologies
Knowledge of functional area and related company products
Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills for handling multiple and conflicting activities
Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation and facilitation skills
Expertise with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Visio
Commitment to being accountable for results
Capacity for building relationships both internally and externally
High focus on client service
Ability to think independently and make decisions
Excellent interpersonal skills
Collaborative approach to work
Capacity to effectively lead a team of peers to adhere to the overall project timeline
