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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative land development projects while mentoring a dynamic team of engineers and technicians. Drive client relationships and ensure high-quality solutions for diverse...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading teams in construction management, ensuring quality, and fostering client relationships. Empower personnel development while overseeing costs, planning, and safety to d...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse industrial projects, ensuring timely delivery and financial success while collaborating with teams and stakeholders across various sectors. Drive project execution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $195K *

Lead and optimize commercial interior fit-out projects, managing all phases from planning to close-out. Foster strong client relationships and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards wh...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project design by developing structural drawings and specifications, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget, while leading c...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative structural designs and analyses. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to produce high-quality models and ensure project success from design to construct...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful industrial real estate projects from entitlement to lease-up. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment with operational standards and local ma...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Support and manage industrial real estate development projects from entitlement to lease-up, ensuring alignment with design and operational standards while coordinating with teams and consultants to d...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Optimize enterprise implementation programs for medical device clients, ensuring rigorous delivery from kickoff to go-live. Collaborate cross-functionally, manage risks, and maintain clear communicati...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the future of enterprise implementations in the medical device sector. Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring rigorous management of scope, timelines, and client relationships while adapting p...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex water and wastewater projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships to drive business growth across the Mid-Atlantic region from c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading construction projects to success through effective planning, coordination, and communication. Ensure objectives are met on time and within budget while fostering team colla...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform project outcomes by effectively managing timelines, budgets, and resources. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful completion of construction projects while maintaining high standards o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by effectively managing timelines, budgets, and resources. Collaborate with teams to ensure objectives are met while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform project management by leading cross-functional teams, driving accountability, and ensuring successful delivery of IT initiatives that align with business goals. Collaborate effectively to op...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Design and develop advanced Workday integrations, collaborating with teams to enhance HR technology initiatives. Leverage your technical expertise to deliver scalable solutions and support critical bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering municipal infrastructure projects, managing a team of engineers and designers. Oversee project scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring quality and client satisfaction...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving project success by leading technical initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and aligning outcomes with client objectives. Your expertise will enhance profitability and o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $190K *

Pioneer project success by managing construction initiatives, ensuring timely, budget-friendly, and quality outcomes while fostering strong client relationships and effective communication with stakeh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $190K *

Lead project management efforts to ensure timely, safe, and budget-friendly delivery of high-quality construction projects while fostering strong client relationships and effective communication with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects, ensuring timely, safe, and budget-friendly delivery while fostering strong client relationships and exceeding quality expectations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of large-scale construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while mentoring junior staff. Build client relationships and ensure compliance with regulations, driving pro...

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

$96K - $157K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing large-scale initiatives that enhance operational performance and care delivery. Collaborate with executives to translate strategic goals into actionable proje...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Develop and lead strategic initiatives for the Workday platform, optimizing HCM and Financial Management solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business processes and ensure com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.