Project Director, State & Local Government

Workday

Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Base: $171,300 - $256,900 usd (atlanta); + locatio...
Hybrid (at least 50% of time spent in-office or in the field with customers)
6+ years state & local government client experience
10+ years professional services experience
5+ years cloud/saas erp business areas
Workday is seeking a Project Director for State & Local Government to oversee customer deployments, manage project portfolios, and ensure successful service delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in professional services, particularly with State & Local Government, and possess strong project management and relationship-building skills

Job Summary

  • The Project Director will lead the overall management of customer deployments within the State & Local Government vertical.
  • This role requires acting as a trusted advisor to customer executive leadership teams while managing budgets, timelines, and risks.
  • Candidates must demonstrate exceptional executive presence and the ability to travel 50% or more of the time.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Workday is seeking a Project Director for State & Local Government to oversee customer deployments, manage project portfolios, and ensure successful service delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in professional services, particularly with State & Local Government, and possess strong project management and relationship-building skills.

Salary

Base: $171,300 - $256,900 USD (Atlanta); Additional locations: $162,600 - $289,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or commission and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years State & Local Government client experience
  • 10+ years professional services experience
  • 5+ years Cloud/SaaS ERP business areas
  • Workday project methodology expertise
  • HCM, Payroll, Planning, or Financials domain knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Expert at building deep trust with C-level executives
  • Passion for customer success and service delivery
  • Ability to navigate highly matrixed environments
  • Strong relationship management skills
  • Mentoring engagement managers on methodology

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years working with State & Local Government clients
  • 10+ years of professional services experience
  • 5+ years experience with multiple Cloud/SaaS ERP areas
  • Demonstrated expertise in Workday's project methodology
  • Proven ability to manage service delivery and resource allocation

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