Project Director, State & Local Government

Workday

Atlanta, GA, USA
Base: $171,300 - $289,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (at least 50% of time in-office or field)
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 lead customer deployments and manage project governance, ensuring successful delivery of their SaaS solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in professional services and a strong background in government sector projects, along with exceptional relationship management 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 deep trust-building skills and the ability to influence at the C-level in highly matrixed environments.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Project Director for State & Local Government to lead customer deployments and manage project governance, ensuring successful delivery of their SaaS solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in professional services and a strong background in government sector projects, along with exceptional relationship management skills.

Salary

Base: $171,300 - $289,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or commission and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

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 knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Strong executive presence and C-level influence
  • Passion for customer success and delivery excellence
  • Ability to mentor Engagement Managers
  • Experience navigating matrixed environments
  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years working with State & Local Government clients
  • 10+ years professional services experience
  • 5+ years experience with Cloud/SaaS ERP business areas
  • Expertise in Workday's project methodology and product suite
  • Ability to travel 50% or more of the time

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