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 *

Elevate your career by leading global security and vulnerability remediation programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance in a dynamic, multi-region environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading global security and vulnerability remediation programs. Collaborate with diverse teams across regions to drive project success and ensure compliance in a dynamic, regu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer the global delivery of a security and vulnerability remediation program, leading cross-functional teams across multiple regions to ensure compliance and timely resolutions in a dynamic, regula...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive global security program delivery by managing multi-region teams, ensuring compliance, and leading vulnerability remediation efforts in a fast-paced, Agile environment. Collaborate across functio...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive global security and vulnerability remediation programs, managing multi-region teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance in a regulated environment. Collaborate with engineering for effectiv...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead global delivery of a security and vulnerability remediation program, managing multi-region enterprise IT initiatives with a focus on Agile methodologies and stakeholder alignment for timely execu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate global security initiatives by leading a cross-functional team in vulnerability remediation, ensuring compliance and seamless execution across multiple regions while driving stakeholder alignm...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of security management by leading global delivery of a vulnerability remediation program. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and drive project success across multiple...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in global delivery of a security and vulnerability remediation program, managing multi-region enterprise IT initiatives while ensuring compliance and effective communication across div...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Empower global teams by leading a security and vulnerability remediation program, ensuring seamless execution across regions while driving stakeholder alignment and proactive problem-solving in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex software projects on time. Collaborate with engineering and product stakeholders to manage project plans, track progress, and resolve issues, ensuring al...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $175K *

Join the team to support cross-functional projects, drive innovations, and enhance operational efficiency across all Workday functional areas, while ensuring compliance and data integrity through effe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in global security program delivery, managing multi-region teams to ensure effective vulnerability remediation and compliance in a fast-paced, Agile environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing industrial construction initiatives, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery across client sites in the Central region. Engage with teams and clients t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$148K - $222K *

Drive the strategy and management of a global contingent workforce program, ensuring compliance, cost control, and a seamless worker experience while collaborating across multiple departments to enhan...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $170K *

Pioneer project excellence by leading complex initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive governance and stakeholder engagement to meet customer satisfaction...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $187K *

Take ownership of critical power generation projects, ensuring 99.999% reliability in data center operations. Lead initiatives from concept to execution, collaborating across teams to enhance system r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $227K *

Join a team that's driving transformative initiatives across the organization. Lead complex projects, collaborate with executives, and implement change management strategies to enhance operational exc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

Pioneer end-to-end data migrations in Workday implementations, leading conversion strategies and testing cycles, while collaborating closely with clients and teams to ensure seamless transitions and d...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $125K *

Transform project delivery by managing timelines, budgets, and teams to meet client objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while driving continuous improvement in p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$102K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing diverse projects, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure successful execution of tenant improvements and facility management services while adhering to qualit...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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

$93K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management for restaurant construction. Oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to time...

1 week ago

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

$127K - $150K *

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1 week ago

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

$112K - $154K *

Manage and deliver complex aviation infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance passenger experience and operationa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex IT projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives, managing risks, and mentoring junior team members while driving process improvements and compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.