Head of Project Management

Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater to the changing needs of employers and their employees. With our award‑winning training and endless opportunities for growth and development, you can build a lifelong career with us. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and innovative culture. they and our dedicated employees embody the values that drive us to support each other, our clients, and our communities. Plans, monitors, and manages internal projects from initiation through completion. Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting, and people management. Ensures project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule, and cost. Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments, or resource additions. Works on projects of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

Manages projects through the application of comprehensive project management concepts that include leading and coordinating groups/resources, organizing and tracking tasks, mitigating risks, engaging stakeholders, creating and monitoring deliverables, and reporting on obstacles to ensure effective project outcomes.

Maintains project documentation, including charter, plan, scope statement, communication plan and deployment timeline.

Researches, provides, formats, and analyzes data. Observes and analyzes patterns, trends, and correlations to make recommendations on company strategic issues and projects. Applies a wide application of theoretical concepts, principles, and practices to the analytical process.

Controls and mitigates project risks by performing the qualitative and quantitative analysis of risks and trigger events, planning risk response, establishing contingency plans, anticipating dependencies affected by ongoing project changes, and recommending ways to mitigate future risks to management.

Responsible for tracking and reporting on key metrics (i.e. deliverables, financials, duration, benefits, readiness) and communicating findings to stakeholders and leadership.

Manages the alignment, buy-in, and support of diverse project stakeholders by building and maintaining relationships with internal partners, third party vendors, and leadership.

Bachelor's Degree - Required

6 years of experience in project management.

Project Management and/or other relevant discipline (PMP, CAPM, etc.) - Planning - Preferred

Management - Preferred

Project Management - Preferred

Project Coordination - Preferred

Project Risk Management - Preferred

Project Documentation - Preferred

Contingency Planning - Preferred

Project Stakeholders - Preferred

Communication Planning - Preferred

Quantitative Analysis - Preferred

Work in partnership and support each other.

We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.

From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work‑life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.

Our award‑winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.

Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company‑wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full‑time employees. Benefits for part‑time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.

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