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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$275K - $325K *

Drive the growth of healthcare practices by owning strategy, partnerships, and P&L. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored financial solutions, while leveraging your network to establish Flex as t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $154K *

Lead complex projects to enhance organizational efficiency, manage timelines, and coordinate cross-functional teams. Drive strategic goals while ensuring compliance and fostering strong stakeholder re...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $140K *

Drive project success in clinical research by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely deliverables, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational effic...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $124K *

Partner with us to enhance legal operations and implement eDiscovery processes. You'll lead customer data privacy initiatives, improving cross-functional collaboration and response strategies for comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for clients, ensuring seamless execution from initiation to completion. Collaborate across teams, facilitate discussions, and deliver exceptional experienc...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Advance organizational change initiatives by leading Oracle Cloud transformations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful adoption through strategic planning, training, and communication...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive the full recruitment lifecycle, collaborating with hiring managers to attract top talent and implement effective staffing strategies while ensuring compliance with employment laws and maintainin...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining financial advisory through innovative AI solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead complex implementations, enhance client engagement, and collaborate on cutting-edge...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing strategic initiatives with precision. You will manage project logistics, streamline operations, and support executive decision-making, ensuring deadlines and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead risk management for large-scale construction projects. Drive risk identification, reporting, and mitigation strategies while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$106K - $160K *

Innovate project management strategies for design and construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance facility development and maintai...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $183K *

Empower growth by leading full-cycle executive searches for Director and VP roles, focusing on Engineering, Product, Design, and Data. Collaborate with senior leaders to attract top talent and enhance...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $239K *

Grow strategic relationships with global enterprise clients, driving EHS and ESG success. Leverage consultative selling to expand accounts, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure exceptional custo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive project management excellence in high voltage power delivery, overseeing engineering teams and ensuring quality deliverables. Lead complex projects from initiation to closeout, fostering client...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $122K *

Champion project success by leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective coordination, technical direction, and delivery of sustainable development initiatives in climate-vulnerable regions, a...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead global clinical studies across diverse therapeutic areas, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction through effective project management and team leadership...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of business operations by defining and deploying strategic solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, establish success metrics, and foster an inclusive environment...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $108K *

Drive successful project execution by managing customer projects from quotation to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth marketing initiatives that accelerate revenue and enhance account engagement. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to implement targeted strategies, leveraging AI for personalized c...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives to drive new client acquisition and revenue growth in the Consumer Goods, Retail, and Travel sectors, leveraging industry expertise and relationships to...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving new business acquisition and expanding opportunities across Consumer Goods, Retail, and Travel sectors. Leverage industry expertise to build relationships and position as a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead planning, execution, and stakeholder communication while fostering a collaborative en...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Shape the future of organizational change by developing strategies, managing transitions, and driving transformation initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity and ensure successful i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive talent acquisition efforts, collaborating with hiring managers to identify needs, source candidates, and enhance the recruitment process while ensuring a positive cand...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.