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Explore Workday Project Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who can guide organizations through complex Workday implementations and business transformation initiatives. These roles bring together project leadership, enterprise technology, and stakeholder management. Find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Workday Project Manager Do?

Workday Project Managers plan and deliver projects involving Workday applications, such as Human Capital Management (HCM), Financial Management, payroll, and integrations. They coordinate internal teams and implementation partners, manage schedules and budgets, track risks, and keep stakeholders informed from planning through launch and post-go-live support.

Common Responsibilities

  • Define project scope, milestones, resourcing, and governance.
  • Coordinate functional, technical, HR, finance, and business teams.
  • Manage implementation plans, dependencies, risks, and change requests.
  • Oversee testing, data migration, integrations, training, and deployment readiness.
  • Communicate status, decisions, and outcomes to executives and project sponsors.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek project management experience in enterprise software implementations, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with Workday modules and delivery practices. Experience with Agile or hybrid methods, vendor management, change management, and project tools can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer and project scope.

Workday Project Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on location, industry, project complexity, experience, and whether the role is permanent or contract. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore senior Workday project leadership roles. Related paths may include Workday Program Manager, ERP Project Manager, HRIS Director, or enterprise transformation leader.

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Browse Workday Project Manager openings and compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation details. Use Ladders to discover high-paying opportunities that match your background in Workday delivery and project leadership.

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Workday Project Manager - Higher Education

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Workday implementations in Higher Education. Drive project delivery, manage stakeholders, and ensure alignment with academic and regulatory requirements while enhancing HR...

Tuscaloosa, AL (Tuscaloosa County)In-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Global Project Delivery Director

$190K - $285K *

Transform global capital project delivery by leading comprehensive management of budgets and timelines, ensuring projects enhance workplace experiences and foster engagement across diverse environment...

Pleasanton, CA (Alameda County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Workday Product Manager

$150K - $268K *

Drive the Workday platform's vision and strategy as a key architect and product owner. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance enterprise applications while maintaining hands-on configuration and gov...

Herndon, VA (Fairfax County)Hybrid

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Workday Financials Project Manager

$87K - $213K *

Join a team that's driving successful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring alignment between business and technology stakeholders f...

Cincinnati, OH (Hamilton County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Seeking a delivery-focused Workday Project Manager to lead complex implementations, optimize client relationships, and drive cross-functional teams toward successful outcomes while ensuring alignment...

Mountain View, CA (Santa Clara County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$194K - $230K *

Deliver successful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing project scope, and ensuring alignment with client objectives. Drive proactive decision-making and maintain govern...

Tampa, FL (Hillsborough County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Lead complex Workday implementations, ensuring alignment across teams and stakeholders. Drive project governance, manage risks, and deliver high-quality outcomes while fostering client relationships a...

Orlando, FL (Orange County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$174K - $213K *

Transform your career by leading complex Workday implementations, optimizing delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive successful outcomes through proactive governance, risk management...

Des Moines, IA (Polk County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $230K *

Lead the charge in delivering successful Workday implementations by managing complex projects, fostering client relationships, and guiding cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business outcomes...

Minneapolis, MN (Hennepin County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Unlock potential by leading complex Workday implementations, optimizing delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive project success through proactive governance, risk management, and str...

San Francisco, CA (San Francisco County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$87K - $230K *

Join a team that's driving successful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional projects, managing risks, and fostering client relationships to achieve clear business outcomes and high-quali...

St. Louis, MO (Saint Louis County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Lead complex Workday projects, ensuring successful delivery through proactive governance, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Build strong client relationships and guide teams to achi...

Dallas, TX (Dallas County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$194K - $230K *

Lead complex Workday implementation projects, ensuring alignment across teams, managing risks, and driving successful outcomes through proactive governance and client collaboration...

Scottsdale, AZ (Maricopa County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$87K - $266K *

Deliver impactful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing project scope, and ensuring alignment with client objectives. Foster strong relationships and drive successful out...

New York, NY (New York County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Manage complex Workday projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with client goals, and driving successful implementation from planning to stabilization. Foster strong relationshi...

Beaverton, OR (Washington County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Engineer successful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing project scope, and ensuring alignment with client objectives. Drive proactive decision-making and maintain high...

Sacramento, CA (Sacramento County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$100K - $245K *

Drive successful Workday implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing risks, and ensuring alignment with client goals. Foster strong relationships and maintain project governance to del...

Seattle, WA (King County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Unlock potential by leading complex Workday implementations, fostering collaboration across teams, and ensuring successful project delivery through proactive governance and risk management. Drive clie...

Miami, FL (Miami-dade County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Champion the delivery of complex Workday programs, leading cross-functional teams and managing client relationships to ensure successful implementation and optimization while maintaining alignment wit...

San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Lead the charge in delivering successful Workday implementations by managing complex projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring cross-functional team alignment for optimal outcomes and cli...

Overland Park, KS (Johnson County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$100K - $266K *

Explore the opportunity to lead complex Workday implementations, driving cross-functional teams and managing client relationships to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business outc...

Morristown, NJ (Morris County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$87K - $230K *

Optimize complex Workday programs by leading cross-functional teams, managing delivery plans, and ensuring alignment with client goals. Drive proactive decision-making and risk management to achieve s...

Milwaukee, WI (Milwaukee County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful Workday implementations. Lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and build strong client relationships while ensuring alignment betw...

Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Help us lead complex Workday implementations, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering high-quality outcomes through proactive governance and risk management. Build trusted relationships with cl...

Philadelphia, PA (Philadelphia County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Workday Financials Project Manager

$94K - $266K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex Workday projects, ensuring alignment across teams and stakeholders. Drive governance, manage risks, and foster client relationships to achieve successful outcomes...

Oklahoma City, OK (Cleveland County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Workday Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Workday Project Manager leads projects that implement, enhance, or support Workday applications. They coordinate teams and stakeholders, manage scope and schedules, address risks, and guide work such as testing, data migration, integrations, training, and deployment.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Workday Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for project management experience with enterprise software implementations, stakeholder communication, planning and risk management skills, and familiarity with Workday modules or delivery practices. Some roles also value Agile methods, change management, and vendor oversight.

  • How much do Workday Project Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, employer, and project scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Workday Project Manager opportunities.

  • Are Workday Project Manager jobs remote?question toggle

    Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while others require on-site work or travel, especially during implementation milestones. Review each job listing for its location and work arrangement.

  • What career paths can follow a Workday Project Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may advance to Workday Program Manager, ERP Program Director, enterprise transformation leader, or senior roles in HRIS, finance systems, and technology delivery.