Project Manager

Sr. Project Manager (PeopleSoft)Oakland, CA100% RemoteContract$90/hr - $96/hrSenior Project Manager / PeopleSoft Workforce Administration (WFA) / Remote / US-BasedOur client is a higher education organization. Based out of Remote (US-Based), they are looking to hire a Senior Project Manager - PeopleSoft Workforce Administration (WFA) on a Contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a large-scale PeopleSoft HCM Workforce Administration and Mass Compensation initiative that will have enterprise-wide impact. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience leading PeopleSoft HCM Workforce Administration, HR, Payroll, and Compensation projects while partnering with executive stakeholders, business teams, and technical resources. This role offers the chance to drive a highly visible initiative from planning through deployment while working in a complex enterprise environment with strong potential for contract extension.Contract Duration: 12+ MonthsRequired Skills & Experience8-10+ years of project management experience leading enterprise application initiatives5+ years managing PeopleSoft HCM projects in large, complex organizationsDemonstrated experience delivering Workforce Administration (WFA) implementations or enhancementsExperience managing HR, Payroll, Benefits, and cross-functional stakeholder relationshipsProven success leading requirements, design, testing, deployment, and change management activitiesStrong executive communication, governance, risk management, and issue resolution skillsExperience managing project budgets, schedules, vendors, dependencies, and resource plansDemonstrated ability to lead complex enterprise initiatives, anticipate downstream impacts, manage risks and dependencies, and drive projects to successful executionKnowledge of PeopleSoft HCM Workforce Administration business processes and functionalityKnowledge of HR, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, and Position Management processesStrong project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management skillsStrong stakeholder management, facilitation, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a complex environmentDesired Skills & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Human Resources, Project Management, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experienceMaster's degree preferredPMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or other relevant project management certification preferredExperience leading PeopleSoft Mass Compensation or compensation-related initiativesKnowledge of Job Data, Compensation, Position Management, and effective-dated transactionsExperience supporting payroll-impacting releases and downstream integration activitiesPeopleSoft HCM 9.2 experience in large enterprise environmentsHigher education, public sector, healthcare, or unionized workforce experienceExperience managing multiple concurrent workstreams within a complex portfolioWhat You Will Be Doing Tech BreakdownPeopleSoft HCMWorkforce Administration (WFA)Mass CompensationHR & Payroll ProcessesBenefits AdministrationPosition ManagementSDLC MethodologiesChange ManagementProject GovernanceDaily ResponsibilitiesLead enterprise PeopleSoft HCM initiatives focused on Workforce Administration and compensation-related processesManage project delivery from initiation through deployment, stabilization, and project closureDevelop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource allocationsFacilitate project governance, steering committees, status reporting, and executive communicationsManage project scope, risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies, and decision trackingCoordinate requirements gathering, design reviews, testing activities, deployment readiness, and cutover planningPartner with HR, Payroll, Technical, Security, Integration, vendor, and business teams to achieve project objectivesEnsure project deliverables meet quality standards, business requirements, and organizational goalsDrive stakeholder alignment and remove obstacles impacting project success and delivery timelinesOversee vendor performance, contract deliverables, and consultant accountabilityYou will receive the following benefits:Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your familyDental & Orthodontia BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) including match with pre and post-tax optionsPaid Sick Time LeaveLegal and Identity Protection PlansPre-tax Commuter Benefit529 College Saver PlanMotion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.Specialization: Project Management