Project Manager

VirtualResource (VR) is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR systems and Workday. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.

Our people are our most important asset

• We recognise the need for a committed, skilled and loyal team and strive to create a working environment that is flexible, caring and considerate of all needs.
• We attract the best people and reward them appropriately
• Staff development and upskilling are core to what we do

What is the role about?

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage a project from inception to completion, ensuring it is delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The role involves overseeing daily project tasks, acting as the single point of contact for local stakeholders, managing RAID logs, steering committee meetings, vendor relationships, and local contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in managing complex projects. The role will report to a Global Programme Manager as part of a global HR technology transformation.

Responsibilities will include:

• Develop, monitor, and update project plans and activity schedules, providing regular reports on project status, successes, and challenges to stakeholders, the Program Manager, and the Steering Committee.
• Manage the delivery of the Absence and Time Tracking transformation project for the client's region in Canada with a particular focus on centralizing, streamlining, and simplifying processes and technology.
• Oversee the performance of all project team members, including external stakeholders such as vendors, IT teams, and local colleagues.
• Collaborate with relevant subject matter experts and program leadership to implement communication and change management initiatives across key stakeholders and the Steering Committee.
• Identify, manage, and report project risks and issues (RACI), ensuring adherence to quality assurance processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with Finance partners and other relevant functions on project planning and forecasting as needed.

Only experienced Workday consultants to apply please.

As a VR consultant, you will have the flexibility to manage your own day, as long as you meet your set objectives and client demands. Often your team will be a mix of on-site and remote based members who will connect using IM, video calls and an online ticketing system. Good communication skills and time management is essential for this role.

What skills are we looking for?

Our roles are remotely based (even pre-Covid), meaning you will be working from your home office, connecting with your client and team on a daily basis.

To be successful in this type of environment, you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively (in English) with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts in easy, understandable terms, align HR / business knowledge with Workday functionality, and proactively drive process improvements. You will need to be comfortable with video calls and be proactive in keeping communication channels open with your client and team.

Must have Skills Required

• More than 5 years project management experience in HR Transformation Projects (preferably including ATT or ATT Technology changes)
• Expert communications, including in-person and virtual meeting facilitation
  
• Proficient with MS Office — MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint in particular
• Ability to influence cross geography teams and achieve cross divisional alignment
• Ability to work autonomously and be comfortable with ambiguity
  
• Ability to effectively work in a highly matrixed organization, handling competing priorities and connecting the dots across
• Fluent English and French communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration across regions and functions.

Other Qualifications/Skills that will be beneficial but not mandatory

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Knowledge and experience in applying key HR and human capital concepts in prior projects (nice to have)
• Workday Absence and Time Tracking knowledge

As this is a remote role, you can be based anywhere in Canada and EMEA Region so long as you are authorised to work without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.