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Grant Collins

@grantcollins

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I lead global HCM, payroll, and workforce technology transformations for complex organizations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead complex HR technology and workforce transformation initiatives where I can combine HCM, payroll, implementation, and program management experience to improve operations at scale.

At PricewaterhouseCoopers, I lead global workforce technology transformations spanning HCM, payroll, and time and attendance for organizations with up to 80,000+ employees.

I'm currently leading a multi-year, full-suite implementation for a 40,000+ employee client, harmonizing processes and policies across complex workforce environments.

I've delivered compliant payroll operations across Fortune 500 and multi-entity organizations, including environments with 40+ unions and intricate pay rules. My work includes SaaS configuration, data migration, system integration, testing, and defect resolution across hundreds of locations.

My background also includes software development at iHire, business ownership, consulting, hospitality management, and culinary operations. I bring practical experience in project delivery, technology enablement, and managing teams and operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Associate, Workforce Solutions and Technology

Current

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Jul 2022 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Leading a multi-year full-suite global implementation for a client with 40,000+ employees, including process and policy harmonization. Led large-scale workforce technology transformations for Fortune 500 and multi-entity organizations, delivering compliant payroll operations for 5,000–80,000+ employees.

HCM Payroll Time and Attendance SaaS Data Migration Testing Program Management Solution Design Process Harmonization Job Architecture HR Technology Roadmap

Software Developer

iHire

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)

Produced production-level software using latest technology and best practices, and participated in daily Scrum meetings with business owners. Provided unit and system-level testing of features and bug fixes.

Software Development Scrum Unit Testing System Testing Technical Documentation Configuration Management

Business Owner & Head Chef

Pull It Together Catering

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 11 months)

Created and launched a unique American Southern cuisine catering company in the Washington, DC-Metropolitan area. Managed all aspects of the business including hiring, training, menu development, and marketing.

Catering Menu Development Marketing Hiring Training Pricing Strategy Business Management

Chef de Partie

Masseria

Dec 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 4 months)

Recruited from a Culinary Arts program to train under a Michelin-starred chef. Prepared ingredients and executed dishes for various stations, maintaining high standards of a top-ten Washington, DC restaurant.

Culinary Arts Food Preparation Inventory Management Kitchen operations

Development Consultant

Technical Property Services, Inc.

Sep 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 3 months)

Planned and organized daily, weekly, and monthly operations of a commercial real estate development consulting firm. Administered financial accounting responsibilities including bank deposits, invoicing, and payroll.

Operations Management Financial Accounting Invoicing Payroll File Management Administrative Support

Food and Beverage Manager

Grand Hyatt

Aug 2011 - Sep 2013 (2 years 1 month)

Supervised three hotel food and beverage departments with over 40 associates. Executed hospitality events and coordinated premium amenities for the hotel's 897 guest rooms and presidential suites.

Food and Beverage Management Event Management Team Supervision Menu Development Customer Service

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science, Software Development and Security

Grade: Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Computing Club Student Executive Chair

Bachelor of Science in Software Development and Security, completed in May 2022. Graduated with honors including Phi Kappa Phi and Cum Laude.

L’Academie de Cuisine

Professional Certificate, Culinary Arts

Professional Certificate in Culinary Arts, completed in December 2016. Recipient of the Bill Jackson Memorial Scholarship.

Montgomery College

Associate of Applied Science, Hospitality Management

Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality Management, completed in December 2011. Recipient of the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Grant.