Meridian Partners · 2 hours ago
Workday Engagement Manager
Meridian Partners is one of the nation’s fastest-growing small companies, focused on maximizing value from ERP investments. The Workday Engagement Manager will oversee the delivery of Workday implementation programs for public sector clients, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining high quality standards.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyLegalSoftware
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for client executive stakeholders throughout the engagement lifecycle
Build trusted advisor relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and proactive communication
Drive strategic discussions on project objectives, success measures, and long-term roadmap alignment
Oversee all aspects of Workday implementation delivery, including project planning, resourcing, financial management, and risk mitigation
Apply Meridian’s Workday Delivery Framework (MDF) and Workday Delivery Implementation Methodology to ensure consistent execution across all project phases
Facilitate steering committee meetings, executive status updates, and issue/risk reviews
Lead cross-functional teams including Solution Leads, Functional Consultants, and Technical Specialists
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Provide mentorship and professional development for project team members and emerging leaders within the Workday Practice
Ensure deliverables meet Meridian’s internal quality assurance standards and contractual obligations
Drive adherence to scope, schedule, and budget through proactive change and risk management
Champion repeatable best practices and contribute to the continuous enhancement of Meridian’s project delivery framework
Support pre-sales and business development activities, including RFP responses, scoping, and project estimation
Identify expansion opportunities within existing clients to promote long-term partnerships and Workday optimization initiatives
Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and cross-practice collaboration across HCM, Payroll, Financials, and Integrations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of Workday implementation experience, including at least 3 years in an Engagement Manager or Project Leadership role
Strong knowledge of Workday delivery methodology, governance, and best practices
Proven experience managing multiple, concurrent Workday deployments for mid-to-large public sector clients
Exceptional client management, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
Willingness to travel up to 30%
Preferred
PMP or Workday Project Management certification
Benefits
Generous Time-Off Policy
401(k) – company match and immediate vesting
Life Insurance – company paid
Financial Coaching
EAP Assistance
Caregiver Support Program
Health Care Support Program
Adoption Assistance Program
FSA/HSA
Marketplace Perks offers discounts on a variety of well-being products and services including pet insurance
Optional (employee paid) short-term & long-term disability, critical illness & accident