Project Manager - UKG

Job Requisition ID: 39658 

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our Workforce Payroll Solutions team, specifically focusing on the UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM) module. As a Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving successful implementation projects for our clients, ensuring they achieve their desired outcomes while adhering to project timelines and budgets.

About the team

• The UKG (Kronos) practice team at Deloitte are an inclusive and energetic group of WFM professionals with a laser-like focus on delivering high quality, customer centric projects for our clients. 
• We’re collaborative, we knowledge share and support each other. Our culture is what sets us apart!

About Deloitte

• Mentoring and development programs – receive support and coaching to progress your career
• Deloitte Flex  - We recognise the importance of balance and embrace agility
• Buy and sell leave - purchase up to 6 weeks of extra annual leave

About the role

The role will manage and lead the UKG Pro WFM migration and new implementations, manage the relationships between stakeholders and the team, create, maintain and monitor project schedules to ensure timely deliverables of projects against quality and budget. Further you will consider items such as coaching and mentoring to maximise staff performance, become a subject matter expert in the repeatable delivery of UKG Pro WFM projects.

Specifically, in this role, you will collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and develop comprehensive project plans. You will define project scope, create schedules, and monitor progress to ensure tasks are completed on time. As the primary point of contact for clients, you will manage expectations, provide updates, and build strong relationships.

Your success will rely on effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers and consultants. You will facilitate communication, provide guidance, and ensure everyone is aligned towards project goals. Strong documentation and reporting skills are essential to accurately track project progress and report to stakeholders.

Enough about us, let's talk about you

You will be someone with a genuine interest in both the human and technical side of HR, payroll and workforce management technology. While you’ll certainly have deep expertise in HR Project Management, you’ll need to bring an energy for consulting in a client-facing environment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the HR/payroll software implementation space.
• Experience as a Project Manager of UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM) module is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and internal teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy and quality in project deliverables.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Relevant certifications such as PRINCE2 or PMP are advantageous.
• Tertiary level qualifications in Business, HR, IT or related areas are advantageous.

If you are a proactive and results-driven professional with a passion for driving successful project outcomes, we would love to hear from you. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our clients' workforce management initiatives.

Why Deloitte?  

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.  

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong. 

 We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package. 

Next Steps

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.