Project Director, State & Local Government

Workday

Atlanta, GA, USA
Base: $171,300 - $289,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote with flexibility for in-person engagements (50% of time each quarter).
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, responsible for managing customer deployments and overseeing strategic projects. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in professional services, particularly within government sectors, 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 relationship management skills and the ability to travel 50% or more of the time.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Project Director for State & Local Government, responsible for managing customer deployments and overseeing strategic projects. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in professional services, particularly within government sectors, and possess strong project management and relationship-building 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 including flexible work options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years State & Local Government client experience
  • 10+ years professional services experience
  • 5+ years Cloud SaaS ERP business areas
  • HCM, Payroll, Planning, or Financials expertise
  • Workday project methodology knowledge
  • C-level executive relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for customer success
  • Ability to inspire and influence others
  • Experience navigating matrixed environments
  • Mentoring Engagement Managers
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years working with State & Local Government clients
  • 10+ years of professional services experience
  • 5+ years in multiple Cloud/SaaS ERP areas
  • Expertise in Workday's project methodology
  • Strong project finance and budgeting skills

Work Rights

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