The Home Depot

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - HR Systems

The Home Depot$70K — $190K *
US-AnywhereRemote in North Carolina, US
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of project management experience
  • Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and other delivery methodologies
  • Strong financial/Budget management skills
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Tableau
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead project delivery and execution ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Identify barriers to project success and partner with leadership to find solutions
  • Develop comprehensive project plans including scoping and milestones
  • Proactively manage risks and compliance requirements throughout the project lifecycle
  • Conduct financial management, tracking labor and capital spending for projects
  • Participate in vendor selection and onboarding processes as required

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health insurance packages
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement
  • Work-life balance with limited overnight travel
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

The Senior Project Manager is an experienced project professional responsible for leading a combination of planning and execution of activities related to delivery of projects and/or financial/budgeting activity for their teams. Senior project leads take a people leadership role alongside being experienced at successful project delivery. When leading project delivery, Senior Project Leads will lead scoping, structuring, and coordination across multiple stakeholders. They are responsible for the success of one or more projects within a given timeline and budget, creation and maintenance of status reports, proactively managing issues and risks, and can work with 3rd party partners. They are often in a lead role supporting coordination and execution across multiple areas. When performing financial/budgeting activities they monitor and adjust to given budgets, track labor, capital spend, and support variance root cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 80% Delivery & Execution - Understands organizational/initiative goals and success criteria to apply to project work Proactively identifies barriers to successful outcomes and partners with leadership teams to overcome. Brings problem solving, critical thinking skills; Deep experience in Agile, Waterfall, other delivery methodologies in order to identify and blend methods for efficient delivery Understanding of project plans and development. Support and execute against quarterly planning and prioritization Applies lessons learned to inform future initiatives; Partners with stakeholders to lead the project planning effort, including scoping, definition of the project deliverables, creation of a logical work breakdown structure and definition of major project milestones across several initiatives or program; Ability to communicate at various levels of the organization (within the team/portfolio as well as with senior leadership), to a wide variety of audiences, both business and technical; Creates, monitors, tracks, and adjusts project plans based on critical milestones for several projects, multiple initiatives, or program; Works with stakeholders to determine and align dependencies, identify, and track compliance requirements, then proactively manage risk and issues via identification and mitigation plans; Develops and executes an effective plan for both change management and communicating project information to the Technology project team and stakeholders Able to execute across portfolios or cross-functional initiatives within Technology organization
  • 20% Resource & Financial Management - Executes and leads fiscal management and reporting for operational, product/business, technology, and vendor stakeholders; includes gross labor, capital spend, and non-labor forecasting for tracking, reporting, and variance analysis; Participates in vendor selection and onboarding processes in accordance with Home Depot policy; Can be involved with the purchase order and invoicing process for 3rd party vendors


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This Position typically reports to Manager of Delivery Management
  • This Position has 3 Direct Reports


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.


Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.


Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with SAAS applications
  • Strong enterprise experience
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working knowledge of Tableau
  • Working knowledge of presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to draw accurate conclusions from financial documentation
  • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Preferred Education:
  • No additional education


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience


Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None


Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None


Certifications:
  • None


Competencies:
  • Manages Ambiguity
  • Collaborates
  • Instills Trust
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Financial Acumen
  • Organizational Savvy


For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:

The pay range for this position is between $70,000.00 - $190,000.00

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
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