Workday Project Manager

I am looking for a Workday Project Manager for a Phase 2 project deploying Advanced Compensation, Workforce Planning and L&D modules. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.

I need someone that is very hands on so not looking for a high level Project Manager that just oversees, need someone that is going to roll their sleeves up and get involved.

• Manages the day-to-day activities of the team and all aspects of the programme (Functional, Technical, Change, Testing, Deployment, Cutover) and is responsible for setting deadlines, evaluating milestones, assigning responsibilities and liaising with internal contacts identified as responsible for sign-off of key deliverables
• Manages the project team, providing guidance and support
• Responsible for inputting internally owned project activities into the project plan and working with the Deployment Partner Engagement Manager to baseline the project plan. Tracks progress against the project plan and updates the project plan for the duration of the programme, as required
• Manages agreed solution deliverables and milestones to their completion
• Manages project risks and issues
• Responsible for managing and inputting into change requests/orders.
• Responsible for leading weekly project team meetings re: status reports/progress (supported by PMO).
• Liaises with and manages all 3rd party contractors/vendors.
• Owns workshop planning, supported by PMO.
• Responsible for input into cutover strategy.

Fatastic opportunity to make a real difference on this project and to this customer. The role is hybrid with 2 days a week in the City of London.