UKG Project Manager

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Your are:

The Project Manager who works closely with teammates to ensure the maximum value of our clients’ workforce management investment is achieved by overseeing, coordinating, and participating in all phases of the UKG (legacy Kronos) WFM Pro (Dimensions) projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful completion of the identified project or portion of a project, which includes leading both internal and customer resources to meet the established implementation milestones, targeted completion dates, and keeping the project within scope and within budget. It is expected that the Project Manager is capable of managing multiple simultaneous engagements in complex customer environments (i.e. multiple locations, substantial infrastructure challenges, etc.)

The Work:

• Lead end-to-end UKG WFM implementation projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, and resource allocation strategies.

• Oversee internal and client teams, directing day-to-day activities and ensuring alignment with project milestones.

• Manage project scope, risks, issues, and change control processes using UKG’s prescribed methodology.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.

• Provide thought leadership and contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery frameworks.

• Support governance activities including steering committee participation and executive reporting.

• Collaborate with integration leads to ensure seamless data migration and configuration alignment with business structures.

• Directs the day to day project team member activities and consults with and directs client team members on assigned tasks

• Successfully manages to project scope by developing and maintaining project budget, schedule, and timeline

• Uses best practices and the Prescribed Methodology to make certain solutions are implemented on time and on budget, while ensuring that the end result meets the business objectives of the client

• Facilitates complex working sessions for both internal and client teams, including defining strategic objectives and tailors these to meet client-specific needs as necessary

• Effectively communicates with all levels of the clients’ organizations from executive sponsor to IT project members and acts as main point of contact

• Effectively identifies, and resolves escalated issues that may impede or delay the project

• Provides thought leadership to develop new or improved processes, methodologies, systems, tools and/or services to enhance clients’ operating environment based on practical experience, optimal outcomes and Best Practices

• Provides guidance and coaching to project team members and participates in project management office initiatives where applicable

  Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

  Here's what you need....

• Minimum of 4 years experience managing UKG Workforce Management implementation projects, with a proven track record of successful delivery.

• Minimum of 4 years experience leading cross-functional project teams, including oversight of workstream leads to ensure timely delivery of milestones and exceed client expectations.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing project financials, including proactive monitoring and resolution…