"Project Manager"

Job Details

Salary: Well qualified applicants can expect to earn between $115,401 - $140,831, with final salary based on experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile: IT Project Manager II (MSN)

Job Duties: Provides advanced technical, analytical, and strategic guidance for information technology (IT) projects. Manages vendor workflow and deliverables for complex projects and facilitates project status communication to clients to support IT developments necessary for mission related functions. The Workday Enterprise Solutions Team (WEST) is responsible for the administration and optimization of Workday and related systems for Finance, Human Resources, and Research Administration across the Universities of Wisconsin System. The Project Manager plays a critical role in driving successful planning and execution of initiatives for the Workday Support and Enterprise Applications team.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as a main point of contact for clients in the development and implementation of multi-unit, moderately complex projects.
• Drafts and delivers project status communications and reports.
• Schedules and facilitates communication for the integration of vendor workflow and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.
• Provides advanced technical and analytical guidance to project teams.
• Works actively to foster a respectful, inclusive and safe team environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align project goals with broader organizational priorities.

Department: Workday and Enterprise Solutions Team (WEST)

Required Qualifications: Proven track record of leading successful multi-unit, moderately complex projects, preferably in a higher education or public sector environment. Advanced proficiency in project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches. Expertise in risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, or Microsoft Project. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse, cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or similar credentials. 7+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional projects in areas such as Human Resources, Finance, Supply Chain, or IT systems.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

How to Apply: To begin the application process, click the "Apply" button. Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your related work experience and professional background to the qualifications and duties in this job description.

Contact Information: Daniel McCusky, HR Generalist, daniel.mccusky@wisc.edu