Human Resources Project Manager
Acosta Sales & Marketing, Atlanta, GA, United States
DESCRIPTION
The Human Resource Project Manager leads and delivers human resources projects from initiation through closeout. This role partners with HR and business stakeholders to define scope and success criteria, build and maintain project plans, coordinate cross‑functional resources, manage risks and change, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within agreed scope and quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with sponsors and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
Develop integrated project plans (work breakdown structure, schedule, milestones, resource plan, communications plan) for small to medium initiatives.
Facilitate project governance, including status reporting, decision tracking, and escalation of issues and risks.
Coordinate and lead project meetings; document actions, owners, and due dates.
Identify, secure, and coordinate project resources (employees and/or contractors) in partnership with functional leaders.
Manage project dependencies and critical path; proactively address schedule or scope impacts.
Monitor progress against plan; maintain RAID logs (risks, assumptions, issues, decisions) and mitigation plans.
Manage change control, including scope changes and "scope creep," and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
Oversee cutover and post‑implementation stabilization (hypercare) to ensure successful adoption and handoff.
Drive quality throughout the project lifecycle, including deliverable reviews and acceptance.
Conduct lessons learned and ensure proper project closeout and documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years of experience managing projects end‑to‑end, including planning, execution, control, and closeout.
3+ years of human resources experience (e.g., HR operations, talent, HRIS, total rewards, or employee relations).
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, build alignment, and drive accountability across cross‑functional teams.
Strong communication skills, including facilitation, executive‑ready status updates, and documentation.
Proficiency with common productivity and project tracking tools (e.g., MS Office and project planning/tracking platforms).
PREFERRED
Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent).
Experience supporting HR transformations, HRIS implementations, or process redesign.
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines using structured problem‑solving and sound judgment.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
Ability to facilitate working sessions, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions to closure.
Comfort working with ambiguity and translating business needs into clear project deliverables.
Working knowledge of common HR processes and data sensitivity/confidentiality expectations.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
Ability to communicate effectively (hearing/listening and speaking) in meetings and via phone/video.
Visual acuity sufficient to read documents and view a computer screen.
Ability to travel as business needs require.
EEO Statement
Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line to expedite the request.
Acosta Group believes the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.
E‑Verify Statement
The Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. For details on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, see the provided link to our use of E‑Verify and your right to work (Employer Resources e‑verify.gov).
Job Details
Job Category: Administration
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Corporate
Salary Range: $85,800.00 - $110,000.00
Company: Acosta Services, Inc.
Req ID: 25879
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The Human Resource Project Manager leads and delivers human resources projects from initiation through closeout. This role partners with HR and business stakeholders to define scope and success criteria, build and maintain project plans, coordinate cross‑functional resources, manage risks and change, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within agreed scope and quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with sponsors and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
Develop integrated project plans (work breakdown structure, schedule, milestones, resource plan, communications plan) for small to medium initiatives.
Facilitate project governance, including status reporting, decision tracking, and escalation of issues and risks.
Coordinate and lead project meetings; document actions, owners, and due dates.
Identify, secure, and coordinate project resources (employees and/or contractors) in partnership with functional leaders.
Manage project dependencies and critical path; proactively address schedule or scope impacts.
Monitor progress against plan; maintain RAID logs (risks, assumptions, issues, decisions) and mitigation plans.
Manage change control, including scope changes and "scope creep," and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
Oversee cutover and post‑implementation stabilization (hypercare) to ensure successful adoption and handoff.
Drive quality throughout the project lifecycle, including deliverable reviews and acceptance.
Conduct lessons learned and ensure proper project closeout and documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years of experience managing projects end‑to‑end, including planning, execution, control, and closeout.
3+ years of human resources experience (e.g., HR operations, talent, HRIS, total rewards, or employee relations).
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, build alignment, and drive accountability across cross‑functional teams.
Strong communication skills, including facilitation, executive‑ready status updates, and documentation.
Proficiency with common productivity and project tracking tools (e.g., MS Office and project planning/tracking platforms).
PREFERRED
Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent).
Experience supporting HR transformations, HRIS implementations, or process redesign.
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines using structured problem‑solving and sound judgment.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
Ability to facilitate working sessions, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions to closure.
Comfort working with ambiguity and translating business needs into clear project deliverables.
Working knowledge of common HR processes and data sensitivity/confidentiality expectations.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
Ability to communicate effectively (hearing/listening and speaking) in meetings and via phone/video.
Visual acuity sufficient to read documents and view a computer screen.
Ability to travel as business needs require.
EEO Statement
Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line to expedite the request.
Acosta Group believes the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.
E‑Verify Statement
The Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. For details on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, see the provided link to our use of E‑Verify and your right to work (Employer Resources e‑verify.gov).
Job Details
Job Category: Administration
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Corporate
Salary Range: $85,800.00 - $110,000.00
Company: Acosta Services, Inc.
Req ID: 25879
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