Project Manager – HRIS & Workday Strategy; Non-Sponsorship eligible position

Project Manager – HRIS & Workday Strategy (Non‑Sponsorship eligible position)

Mueller Water Products

Location: Sandy Springs, Georgia (Hybrid – 3 days in‑office, up to 2 days remote)

Mueller is seeking a strategic and experienced Project Manager to lead enterprise‑wide HRIS initiatives that advance the long‑term roadmap of the HRIS function. This role is responsible for managing complex, cross‑functional programs that optimize and expand Workday HCM capabilities, including job architecture, timekeeping, payroll integrations, and third‑party vendor solutions. The Project Manager will serve as a key partner to HR, Payroll, IT, and business leaders, ensuring HR technology initiatives are delivered in alignment with organizational strategy, compliance requirements, and future‑state HR operating models.

• Lead and govern a portfolio of HRIS initiatives supporting the HR technology roadmap, including Workday module implementations, enhancements, system integrations, and vendor transitions
• Translate HR and business strategy into executable project plans that drive standardization, scalability, and long‑term value
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and Finance leaders to prioritize initiatives, manage dependencies, and align resources across multiple programs
• Oversee Workday configuration efforts, integrations with third‑party systems, data governance, and platform optimization
• Manage relationships with external vendors, implementation partners, and system integrators, ensuring accountability and delivery quality
• Drive organizational change by leading stakeholder engagement, communication, training, and adoption strategies
• Identify and mitigate risks related to compliance, payroll accuracy, data integrity, and system performance
• Establish and maintain project governance, metrics, and executive‑level reporting to support informed decision‑making
• Continuously assess HRIS capabilities and recommend improvements that support evolving business needs and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience, with significant experience leading enterprise HRIS or Workday initiatives
• Strong hands‑on experience with Workday HCM, including module implementations, integrations, and platform optimization
• Solid understanding of core HR, payroll, timekeeping, and job architecture concepts
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizational change and driving adoption of new systems and processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and vendors in a highly matrixed environment

• Project management certification (PMP, PgMP, SAFe, or equivalent)
• Experience building or executing multi‑year HRIS or digital HR roadmaps
• Prior experience managing third‑party integrations and decommissioning legacy systems
• Familiarity with HR compliance, audit readiness, and data governance practices

• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect technology initiatives to business outcomes
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder influence skills
• Ability to balance long‑term vision with near‑term delivery
• High attention to governance, risk management, and quality
• Change‑focused leader who drives sustainable adoption and value realization

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan with 5% company match; employee stock purchase plan (ESPP); short‑term and long‑term disability benefits; vacation; 100% paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement program; student debt retirement matching; well‑being program; employee assistance program (EAP); company‑provided life insurance; supplemental insurance at group rates; and more.

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or…