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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$107K - $204K *

Empower project financial success by leading cost reporting and analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate forecasting and financial health across diverse technology projects, driving data-dr...

Iowa, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$201K - $251K *

Transform workforce intelligence by leading People Analytics, establishing data governance, and driving strategic decision-making in a high-growth environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $198K *

Drive impactful sales training programs that enhance seller readiness and performance. Oversee curriculum development, training delivery, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with business g...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Engage with clients and contractors to drive successful outcomes in construction projects...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $94K *

Deliver exceptional project management expertise by overseeing complex initiatives, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while collaborating across teams and mentoring others to achieve clie...

Maryland, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $222K *

Empower the delivery of transformative technology initiatives by collaborating with leaders to enhance project execution, manage dependencies, and drive value across teams, ensuring successful outcome...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of customer-facing products that enhance user journeys. Drive growth through experimentation and data analysis, maximizing conversion and retention while partnering with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $220K *

Shape the future of global accounts by aligning technical strategy with business vision. Engage with C-suite stakeholders to drive innovation, define KPIs, and integrate AI analytics into service deli...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. Ensure alignment with business objectives and quality standards throughout...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $150K *

Champion global payroll solutions by managing ICP partnerships, streamlining processes, and driving growth across diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$77K - $202K *

Join as a Senior Associate to optimize ERP transformations, analyze client needs, manage workstreams, and mentor junior team members while delivering value through agile methodologies and technology s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing a team of data analysts to develop complex reports, analyze data, and provide technical guidance, ensuring effective communication with clients and senior management while...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $215K *

Transform executive engagement by building strategic advisor relationships, designing impactful experiences, and leveraging industry insights to elevate pay governance as a strategic priority for clie...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Empower project success by coordinating PGHD initiatives, managing timelines, and engaging stakeholders. Drive quality and productivity through effective planning, documentation, and communication wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that partners with leaders to enhance organizational performance, drive employee engagement, and implement talent development initiatives in a fast-paced, global environment while supporti...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with healthcare quality standards, manage credentialing databases, and support operational objectives. Collaborate across departments to enhance quality govern...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$172K - $222K *

Drive strategic engagement by managing high-level partnerships and events, ensuring impactful narratives around the future of money. Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders globally to enhanc...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $147K *

Inspire and elevate employee engagement through strategic internal communications. Collaborate with leaders to craft and deliver impactful messaging that drives understanding of company goals and fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $289K *

Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives. Drive process improvements and deliver exceptional candi...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in uncovering user insights to enrich product experiences. Collaborate across teams to implement research findings, enhance usability, and establish a culture that prioritizes user-fir...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$113K - $188K *

Empower healthcare systems by leading advisory projects, managing teams, and delivering data-driven solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance performance and build strong relationships while ensu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing top-of-funnel marketing operations, driving measurable pipeline growth through strategic planning, data governance, and team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.