Workday Certified Project Manager

Workday-Certified Project Manager

Makse Group is where innovation meets impact. We're not just consultants; we're problem-solvers and trailblazers, empowering clients with Workday solutions that transform their businesses.Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. We take on challenges together, support each other's growth, and celebrate every milestone.

Looking to advance your career, work with cutting-edge solutions, and join a team that values your potential? Welcome to Makse Group.

The expected pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD annually, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

We are seeking a Workday-Certified Project Manager to lead and manage Workday deployments and ongoing client projects across the U.S. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of hands-on project management experience focused specifically on Workday implementations, with a proven ability to oversee cross-functional teams, manage timelines, mitigate risks, and ensure successful outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to define and drive delivery standards, develop scalable processes, and partner closely with clients and teams across the U.S. and India, all while playing a key role in our rapidly expanding Workday services practice, spanning implementation, optimization, and operational support.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end Workday project delivery, including implementation planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and risk management
• Manage client communications, stakeholder alignment, and executive reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery of all Workday-related deliverables
• Identify project risks and dependencies, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues proactively
• Coordinate between client teams and internal Workday consultants across functional and technical workstreams
• Support post-deployment transition, knowledge transfer, and client stabilization
• Ensure documentation and project artifacts meet compliance and quality standards
• Lead internal and client-facing change management and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate across teams in the U.S. and India to support a seamless onshore-offshore delivery model

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Workday project management experience, specifically managing Workday deployments (HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Benefits, or Financials)
• Workday certification is required (e.g., Workday PM, Workday HCM, or related)
• Proven success managing cross-functional Workday teams and client-facing engagements
• PMP certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree a plus
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and client communication skills (domestic & international)
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with project metrics, process documentation, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma a plus)
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Sheets, Slides, Docs), Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.