HR Project Manager

Job Title: HR Project Manager

Location: Tampa FL or Lawrenceville, NJ

Hours/Schedule: Hybrid, Mon – Fri 8a-5p

Compensation: $63.00- $73.42

Type: Contract

Overview

Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced HR Project Manager. Ideal candidates should have a bachelors degree in human resources, business administration, operations management, project management or related field. Required experience includes 5+ years of experience with project management, as well as, 2+ years of experience with product and change management.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage HR projects/initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.

Subject Matter Expertise:

• Serve as the HR subject matter expert, providing guidance to HR Project Office team members.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure HR compliance and effectiveness.

Change Management:

• Lead change management initiatives related to HR process improvements, ensuring seamless transitions and user adoption.
• Develop and deliver training programs to HR Project Office staff and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Foster strong working relationships with HR Project Office team members, department heads, and external partners to drive successful project outcomes.
• Act as a liaison between HR and other departments to ensure alignment of project goals with organizational objectives.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Assist in identifying project risks and issues and escalate them to the HR Project Office Head/Portfolio Management.
• Support in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project risks and issues and provide status updates.

Budget Tracking:

• Assist in tracking project budgets and expenses.
• Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial reports related to project expenditures.

Quality Assurance:

• Assist in maintaining project quality standards and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in quality reviews and audits as required.

Requirements

education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, operations management, project management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Working towards or have obtained a Project Management Professional (PMP), PSM/CSM – Professional/Certified Scrum Master certification or Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• 5+ years in a project management role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS (HR Information Systems) and project management software is highly preferred.
• Product management experience is highly preferred.
• Change management experience is highly preferred.
• Management consulting experience is highly desirable.
• 2+ years of experience with MS Project?is highly preferred.
• Talent Strategy and or Talent Management experience preferred.

Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of HR processes, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, MS SharePoint, MS Teams).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Knowledge of change management principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Ref: #568-Clinical

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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