DAServices Project Manager
Dayforce is a global human capital management technology company focusing on HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions for organizations.
Location: Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States or Canada
About the opportunity
The Services Group provides dedicated and continuous remote yet hands-on, solution oversight to guide clients through the technical aspects of Dayforce implementation. Our team helps clients achieve a positive go-live experience by monitoring the project and aligning it with everyone’s primary goal – using Dayforce effectively and near-effortlessly from day one.
As we undergo an exciting growth period, we are looking for Project Managers for our Services team who can oversee multi-faceted, multi-location implementation projects; people who are solution-oriented, proactive, change management experts. We’re looking for project management professionals who can build a constructive working relationship with customers and takes accountability for deliverables, timeline, and budget, as well as coaching the project team to success.
You will make a profound contribution to the work we do with clients, working in close collaboration with internal and external teams to manage deliverables, executive level communications, timelines, and budgets. You will oversee and manage multiple projects for a wide range of clients across the entire Dayforce HCM platform.
What you’ll get to do
• You will manage customer specific engagements to implement Dayforce HCM solutions
• You will drive the delivery of services according to the agreed upon scope, timeline and budget and ensures a high level of customer satisfaction
• You will manage multiple concurrent projects, working closely with consultants in a matrix environment and interacting with Education, Product Management, Support and R&D to ensure delivery
• You will build a constructive working relationship with the customer and is accountable for deliverables, timeline, and budget, as well as coaching the project team to success
• You will deliver Organizational Readiness consulting in support of Dayforce’s Organizational Readiness toolkit.
• You will apply Dayforce’s methodology to manage multiple concurrent projects ensuring quality, on-time, and on-budget implementation. You will act as the project governance checkpoint between the Dayforce and Customer Sponsors, ensuring leadership on both sides know what actions they need to take, obtaining sign-off on key decisions to keep things moving forward.
• You will maintain open lines of communication, availability, and approachability with your customers, securing high satisfaction by delivering projects on time and on budget. You will influence and motivate the customer project sponsors, having the tough conversations around responsibilities, ownership, and delivery deadlines, verifying, and securing buy-in and commitment to accountabilities.
• You will coach, mentor, and motivate the team, fostering a collaborative remote and onsite environment across Dayforce and customer team members.
• You will have opportunities to provide Delivery Assurance services, ensuring the successful and timely completion of projects while mitigating risks and ensuring quality standards.
• You will enhance your skills and knowledge, as well as that of your team and your customers, contributing to the enhancement of Dayforce Methodology and GPMO, providing feedback on tools and templates, and implementing best practices based on experience, insights, and new learnings as well as participant in Project Health Checks.
Skills and Experience we value
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; PMI/PMP certification preferred
• 2+ years project management experience on human capital management applications
• Global payroll experience would be highly desirable
• Proficient with the MS Office Suite and have exposure to relational databases and SQL
• Experience managing the implementation of one or more of the following applications: Dayforce HCM, SalesForce.com, SAP, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Kronos, Workbrain/Infor, RedPrairie/JDA, Ultimate, Oracle HR/Payroll, ADP, Workday
• Proficient in developing and managing project artefacts: project schedules, risk and issues registers, project charter, status reporting, comms plans, test plans
• Managing multiple matrixed projects, ideally software implementations in a SaaS / Cloud computing environment
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding Implementation targets
• Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to drive results through a multi-disciplinary team with matrixed reporting relationships
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding Implementation targets
• Promotes and ensures team adherence to Dayforce methodology, best practice guidelines and Consulting@Dayforce guidelines; provides thought leadership to improve the practice
• Ability to lead and facilitate customer and internal workshops and sessions
• Proven experience in change management and business process mapping
• Consulting with C-level executives and upper management to communicate implementation project issues, solutions, and work arounds; participants and presenting in steering committees
• Ability to travel as needed
What would make you really stand out
• You know how to work closely with customers to understand the problems they are trying to solve
• You use different tools to make connections and nurture open communication
• You can gain trust, influence decisions, and teams, and work with internal and external contributors and stakeholders at any level
• You can quickly come up to speed on your customers' business practices and industry to host teaching sessions that empower users to understand and engage with the system
• You want to make a strategic, measurable impact on the success of customer projects, the growth of teams, and the global scaling of an exciting HCM organization focused on making work life better for all
What’s in it for you
Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.
We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.
Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.
With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.
About the Salary Ranges
Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
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About Dayforce
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At Dayforce, we strive to transform the workplace experience for organizations and their employees. As a global leader in human capital management (HCM) technology, we offer a comprehensive people platform that integrates HR, payroll, talent management, and workforce management into one powerful solution. Our mission is deeply rooted in the commitment to enhance work life for millions of users around the world. Founded in 1992, Dayforce is dedicated to providing solutions that enable businesses to operate with confidence, unlock their workforce potential, and achieve quantifiable results.
Through our innovative platform, we leverage advanced technologies, including AI, to empower HR professionals and streamline their operations. Our wide-ranging tools help organizations navigate the complexities of managing their workforce effectively, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. We have built a reputation as a trusted partner for thousands of businesses, from small companies to large enterprises, enhancing their capacity to attract, engage, and retain top talent. With a commitment to corporate responsibility and a focus on continuous improvement, Dayforce is not just about providing software; it’s about fostering a culture of positivity, inclusion, and success within workplaces globally.
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