Workday Project Manager Jobs

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.

Find Workday Project Manager Jobs

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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a multidisciplinary team to drive technical project success, ensuring alignment across IT, engineering, and security while managing multiple federal programs and fostering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale capital projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with safety and quality standards while managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeh...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

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

$126K - $176K *

Champion project success by leading onsite teams, ensuring safety, and coordinating snagging activities while fostering collaboration and proactive problem-solving to enhance project outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, overseeing complex capital projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with diverse teams, driving accountability and structure, while safeguarding clie...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in national security space systems. As a Project Manager, you'll lead acquisition strategies and program execution, ensuring financial oversight and risk manageme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$117K - $158K *

Manage and prioritize the ERP product backlog, translating business needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational effectiveness and drive continuous improvem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects within federal health. Your expertise in software, data, cloud, and cybersecurity will ensure seamless coordination, high-quality deliverables, and clie...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $120K *

Advance project success by overseeing complex, high-value initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope. Lead and mentor project teams while managing client relationships and complianc...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

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

$96K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, high-value projects. Oversee project delivery, manage teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering client relationships and driving successful...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

Today

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

$96K - $120K *

Pioneer the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and regulatory standards. Lead and mentor project teams while fostering strong client relationsh...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading aerospace projects from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget while driving continuous i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead aerospace projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful enterprise infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment, timely delivery, and budget adherence while fostering collaboration and maximizing stakeholder engagement across diverse teams a...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead complex IT infrastructure projects, managing cross-functional teams for successful delivery. Shape business outcomes by aligning project execution with organizational prioritie...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$134K - $184K *

Join us to manage complex power projects across disciplines, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams, oversee budgets, and enhance customer relationships w...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $184K *

Lead the charge in managing complex power projects across various disciplines, ensuring successful delivery while enhancing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives. Collab...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $184K *

Transform complex power projects across disciplines by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and enhancing client relationships to ensure successful delivery and repeat business...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $184K *

Manage complex power projects across disciplines, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee budgets, proposals, and stakeholder engagement while e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $121K *

Champion strategic initiatives by managing cross-functional teams, driving decision-making, and ensuring repeatable processes across the organization. Thrive in a dynamic environment while delivering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project outcomes. Oversee all phases of project execution, from budgeting to stakeholder communication, while managing resources and ensuring adh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of refinery projects by leading capital initiatives, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while managing multiple projects across various phases and collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with teams and clients to achieve exceptional results and customer satisfa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $211K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software and robotics. As a Senior Technical Program Manager, you'll lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality while fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Oversee project execution for real-world evidence studies, coordinating timelines and documentation across teams to ensure successful delivery and proactive risk management in a dynamic healthcare env...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $165K *

Engage with clients to ensure exceptional service delivery and optimize Workday engagements. Lead governance activities, monitor performance metrics, and foster long-term partnerships while driving co...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.