UKG Project Manager

Job Summary:

Lead Corporate Recruiter Chanteal Heard is recruiting this position.

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The Project Manager 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) Central, Dimensions or Pro (legacy UltiPro) 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

The primary functions of the role are as follows:

·       Creates detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, and resource allocation plans while adhering to WFM Methodology, project change control procedures, and required standards including quality assurance audits and reviews

·       Appropriately manages project scope, risks, issues and changes

·       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 WFM 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

·       Acts as the main point of contact for clients; effectively communicates with all levels of the clients’ organizations from executive sponsor to IT project members

·       Effectively identifies, handles, 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

Required Skills:

·       Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

·       Minimum of 4 years of experience in project managing a Workforce Management Software (i.e. UKG/ Kronos/ UltiPro/ ADP/ Workday/ Ceridian, etc.) Implementation project

Desired Skills, Qualities & Characteristics:

·       UKG certified

To learn more about this and other positions, contact Chanteal Heard at or chanteal.heard@healthcareitleaders.com. Healthcare IT Leaders is a national leader in IT workforce solutions, connecting healthcare provider, payer and life sciences organizations with experienced technology talent for consulting and full-time hiring. For more information, visit us on the web at www.healthcareitleaders.com.