Cooperdyne Tech ยท 3 weeks ago
Workday Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expCooperdyne Tech is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to the higher education sector. They are seeking an experienced Workday Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of projects related to ERP transformations in a higher education environment, ensuring effective communication and management of various stakeholders.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle Workday implementations or large-scale enhancements in a Higher Education environment
Own the project plan, timeline, budget, risks, and dependencies across multiple Workday modules
Coordinate internal stakeholders including HR, Finance, Payroll, IT, academic leadership, and external vendors
Manage system integrators and ensure deliverables align with scope, quality standards, and higher-ed governance models
Facilitate steering committee meetings, status updates, and executive communications
Drive change management activities in partnership with functional leads
Ensure alignment with academic calendars, fiscal years, and regulatory requirements
Track issues, risks, and decisions with clear escalation paths and resolution plans
Oversee testing, cutover planning, and go-live readiness
Support post-production stabilization and transition to steady-state operations
Qualification
Required
7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3+ years managing Workday implementations
Direct Higher Education experience is required (public or private colleges/universities)
Proven delivery of Workday modules such as HCM, Financial Management, Payroll, and Student (preferred, not required)
Strong understanding of Higher Ed governance, shared services, and stakeholder complexity
Hands-on experience managing system integrators and cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Preferred
PMP, PgMP, or Agile certification
Workday Pro certification
Experience with multi-institution systems or statewide higher-ed environments
Familiarity with FERPA, Title IV, and public-sector compliance requirements
Company
Cooperdyne Tech
Cooperdyne Tech was founded to honor the legacy of Cooper, a beloved German Shepherd rescue, and the vision of our founder, Diane.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase