HR Project Manager Jobs

Explore HR Project Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who lead people-focused programs and strategic workplace initiatives. Employers seek project managers who can coordinate stakeholders, improve HR processes, and deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities for HR project leaders ready to take the next step.

What Does an HR Project Manager Do?

HR Project Managers plan and guide initiatives across human resources, partnering with HR leaders, business teams, technology groups, and external vendors. Projects may include implementing HR information systems (HRIS), modernizing recruiting or onboarding, redesigning benefits administration, supporting mergers and acquisitions, and managing workforce or organizational change. The role typically covers project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, communications, and results.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

Successful candidates combine project management expertise with a strong understanding of HR operations. Employers may value experience with cross-functional leadership, change management, process improvement, data analysis, stakeholder communication, and HR technology. Familiarity with project management approaches and tools—such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery—can also be useful. Requirements vary by employer and project scope.

HR Project Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, organizational scale, and the complexity of the work. Senior HR Project Manager roles can offer six-figure compensation, particularly when they involve enterprise-wide transformation, HR technology, or leadership of high-impact programs. Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more, and compare roles that align with your background and goals.

Find Your Next HR Project Manager Role

Use Ladders to discover HR Project Manager jobs across industries and organizations. Tailor your résumé to highlight measurable project outcomes, budgets managed, systems implemented, and teams or stakeholders coordinated. Explore current listings to find opportunities where your project leadership can help shape the employee experience and strengthen HR operations.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming talent acquisition by partnering with executives to drive strategic hiring initiatives, manage complex recruitment processes, and enhance candidate experiences across s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient safety operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing pharmacovigilance processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality safety services...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the enterprise project portfolio, leading strategic initiatives and managing a team of Project Managers. Drive executive reporting, ensure project delivery, and enhance PMO standards...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful Oracle Cloud HCM implementations by leading Core HR solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring best practices for HR operations. Provide functional leadership and mentor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $150K *

Lead project portfolios from inception to completion, managing teams and client relationships. Drive financial outcomes and cultivate repeat business while ensuring project success in land development...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality capital projects in regulated environments. Drive operational excellence and mentor talent while ensuring compliance with saf...

Indiana, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of in vitro diagnostics by leading complex, cross-functional product development projects from concept to launch in a regulated environment, ensuring compliance a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer operational excellence by driving staffing visibility and standardized planning across diverse content teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance resource management and optimize project...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex capital projects by overseeing technical and operational management, ensuring timely delivery, and mentoring a talented team for excellence in bulk material handling and construct...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the management of pharmaceutical programs, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Oversee daily activities, supervise staff, and drive strategic planning while maintaining stron...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $138K *

Join a team that's driving transformative change in revenue cycle operations. Lead strategic projects to enhance financial performance, optimize processes, and improve patient experiences while collab...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $190K *

Lead the charge in project delivery and financial management, ensuring successful execution across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive results within budget and timeline while...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $158K *

Champion large-scale remodel projects across multiple regions, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while navigating the complexities of active retail environments and enhancing customer e...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $210K *

Unlock the potential of Higher Education by designing and implementing Workday Grants Management solutions. Collaborate with mission-driven organizations to ensure accuracy and long-term success in gr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $124K *

Empower your career as a Regional HR Generalist, driving engagement and performance across teams. Collaborate with partners to enhance workplace culture, support associate development, and ensure comp...

Calabasas, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead bridge and structural projects from planning to completion. Manage multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and drive practice growth across Massachusetts...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $135K *

Drive impactful hiring strategies by executing full lifecycle recruiting, fostering talent pipelines, and enhancing candidate experiences across diverse functions while leveraging technology and AI fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC projects. Oversee technical coordination, manage project milestones, and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders while driving pro...

Kentucky, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $130K *

Transform warehouse and eCommerce operations by leading technical and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that enhance productivity and drive exc...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$119K - $160K *

Empower brands to enhance digital experiences by leveraging Adobe Analytics and AEP. In this strategic role, you'll collaborate with clients to translate business goals into actionable insights, drivi...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$192K - $288K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across R&D, partnering with executives to enhance pipeline delivery and drive AI innovation. Oversee workforce planning, budget management, and cr...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $102K *

Accelerate growth by driving new client acquisition in the healthcare technology sector. Leverage your expertise to build a robust pipeline and deliver exceptional client experiences while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Manage the campaign calendar and ensure timely launches by transforming customer requests into actionable specs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and drive success...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an HR Project Manager?question toggle

    An HR Project Manager leads projects that support human resources and the employee experience, coordinating stakeholders, timelines, budgets, risks, and delivery. Projects may involve HR technology, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, process improvement, or organizational change.

  • What qualifications are common for HR Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek project management experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and an understanding of HR processes. Experience with change management, HRIS implementations, data analysis, and project delivery methods may also be valuable. Specific requirements differ by role.

  • How much do HR Project Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on factors such as location, industry, experience, and project scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where you can explore senior HR project management opportunities and review compensation details in individual listings.

  • What types of projects do HR Project Managers lead?question toggle

    They may lead HRIS and other technology implementations, recruiting and onboarding improvements, benefits or payroll projects, workforce initiatives, mergers and acquisitions integration, and organizational change programs.

  • Where can I find HR Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse HR Project Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each job posting for its requirements, responsibilities, location, and compensation information.