Project Director, Federal Government
Workday, Inc.McLean, VA, United Statesjob_description.job_card.variable_hours_ago
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionYour work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. About the Team Workday is the leader in enterprise-class, software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for managing global businesses. Our solutions combine the lower cost of ownership of SaaS with a modern approach to applications. Founded by PeopleSoft veterans Dave Duffield and Aneel Bhusri, Workday delivers Human Capital Management, Payroll, Financial Management and Student solutions for midsize and large organizations. About the Role The Project Director will be responsible for the overall management of customer deployments in the Federal Government vertical. This position will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight to strategic deployments, managing the customer and customer executives, establishing project governance, and managing deployment communication within Workday.The Project Director will also work with the Services Sales teams, Consulting Managers, and Workday Resource Management Team to determine appropriate staffing plans, assemble project teams and resolve resource challenges to successfully deliver Workday projects. Responsibilities : Manage a portfolio of projects, including Workday primed and partner primed projects Manage budget, timeline, scope and risks for assigned portfolio of projects Monitor project forecasts, and compliance with departmental policies on project governance Act as trusted advisor for the customer's executive leadership team, including participation in Steering Committee meetings Work with Resource Management and Consulting Managers to staff project teams and act as escalation point for project staffing issues Assist with sales to provide expertise on deployment approaches, input into project staffing plans and SOW’s Conduct project assessments on strategic projects Provide advisory services on strategic projects Review project change orders to ensure they are adequately documented and executed Collaborate across projects in the portfolio to help bring consistency and delivery excellence across the business Lead internal initiatives that support practice development Mentor Engagement Managers through continuous coaching on Workday methodology, processes and policies About You Basic Qualifications : 10+ years of professional services experience 5+ years of experience with multiple Cloud / SaaS ERP business areas, including : HCM, Payroll, Planning and / or Financials Other Qualifications : Experience (8+ years) working with clients, preferably in the Federal Government, State & Local Government or other relevant industries Expert at building deep trust and influencing at the C-level Demonstrated expertise in Workday’s project methodology and Product Suite HCM, Payroll, Planning and / or Financials highly preferred Project Management experience Proven ability to effectively manage service delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction through streamlined processes, efficient resource allocation, and a focus on meeting expectations Exceptional relationship management skills are crucial, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment Strong project finance skills, including budgeting, cost control, and financial risk assessment to ensure projects remain on track and within budget Demonstrated executive presence, including strong communication skills, confidence, and the ability to inspire and influence others Experience navigating highly matrixed environments Excellent organizational, mentoring, and communication skills Passion for customer success Ability to travel 50% or more of the time Posting End Date : 10 / 31 / 25. Applications are accepted for this position on an ongoing basis, through the stated End Date. Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission / bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please .Primary Location : USA.VA.McLean (Tyson's Corner)Primary Location Base Pay Range : $174,600 USD - $261,900 USDAdditional US Location(s) Base Pay Range : $158,000 USD - $280,600 USDAdditional Considerations : The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below : 10 / 11 / 2025 Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds : in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers.Please be aware of sites that may ask for you to input your data in connection with a job posting that appears to be from Workday but is not.In addition, Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday.Please visit this site!With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds : in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending
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