[Hiring] GlobalView Project Manager @FosterThomas

Job Title: GlobalView Project Manager

Transforming HCM Strategies to Solutions:

Since 1993, the professional services firm FosterThomas has been proud to provide our worldwide clients with human capital management (HCM) consulting services including implementation support, payroll processing and talent acquisition. We deliver tailored cost-containment HCM consulting services to easily meet some of the most complex challenges that our clients face daily.

Be an HCM Subject Matter Expert:

We recognize that not every organization has the internal bandwidth, technical depth, or specialized expertise required to navigate the complexities of an HCM implementation. That’s where FosterThomas makes the difference.

Our team of Human Capital Management Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) partners directly with clients to reduce implementation burden, mitigate risk, and drive measurable outcomes. We provide experienced professionals who can step in immediately, offering strategic guidance, hands-on execution, and practical solutions to meet evolving business demands.

As a Project Manager with FosterThomas, you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, deliver best-practice solutions that maximize system performance, help clients increase their ROI on their HCM investment, reduce strain on internal teams and drive operational efficiency and long-term partner success.

Job Purpose:

The Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of ADP GlobalView workstreams, ensuring project objectives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business goals. This role drives cross-functional collaboration (amongst the client, ADP and our internal teams), manages risks, and ensures successful implementation outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full project lifecycle for complex HCM implementations including Initiation, Design & Build, Validation and Production.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans that define scope, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, timelines, and budgets.
• Deliver highly complex initiatives using Waterfall, Hybrid and Agile methodologies, adapting the approach to fit project and client needs.
• Direct day-to-day project execution, coordinating cross-functional teams, client stakeholders, and external partners.
• Ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved through proactive oversight, risk mitigation, issue resolution, and resource alignment.
• Establish and maintain clear, consistent communication channels with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including executive leadership and system integrators.
• Oversee data cleanup, migration readiness efforts and validation while supporting the design and implementation of scalable client service models.
• Provide timely and accurate project status reporting, including dashboards, executive summaries, and ad hoc updates.
• Drive continuous improvement by documenting and refining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational workflows, internally and for client partners.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating as appropriate to maintain momentum and minimize disruption.
• Tailor governance frameworks, tools, and best practices to meet the specific requirements of each partner engagement.
• Exercise sound judgment to make timely, data-informed decisions that support project objectives and client outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5+ years of experience managing HCM implementations.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects within SaaS environments, with a solid understanding of SDLC principles, project methodologies, and implementation workflows.
• Proven experience managing system integrations, coordinating third-party vendors, and supporting data migration and optimization/harmonization efforts.
• Experience documenting current-state processes and developing future-state workflows, including detailed process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Working knowledge of change management principles and experience supporting organizational and system transformation initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (including complex formulas - VLOOKUPS, data analysis, and reporting).
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated accountability, ownership, and commitment to delivering high-quality results both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
• Commitment to being accountable for results individually and as a team.
• Must have the ability to travel to client sites if requested, which may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience leading global HCM implementations, including multi-country deployments.
• Familiarity with GDPR, international data privacy regulations, and global compliance standards.
• Experience working with global or multi-country HR systems (e.g., ADP Lyric/GlobalView, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, S/4HANA, Oracle HCM, UKG, etc.).
• Formal project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent).
• Experience working within a consulting or client-facing delivery environment.
• Exposure to global payroll, workforce management, or time and attendance integrations.

The Benefits of Joining the FosterThomas Team:

Job Satisfaction and Growth

• The ability to expand your subject matter expertise in the dynamic HCM industry
• Opportunities for growth in your role and across multiple practices
• Ongoing employee support, appreciation, and recognition
• Positive and knowledgeable colleagues and leadership
• Commitment to work/life balance

Compensation and Benefits

Robust and comprehensive Employee Benefits (children, partner and family options) package that includes:

• Several medical, dental, and vision plans to choose from
• 100% company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 100% company-paid mental health plan
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Paid time off (13 days during 1st year of service and 7 paid holidays and additional 5 days after 1 year of service)
• Annualized salary range: $60,000-$140,000 based on qualifications and experience
• Company laptop
• This is a full-time VIRTUAL role

Why FosterThomas … In our employees’ words:

“I was looking for an opportunity that would expand my knowledge of payroll as well as provide a real work/life balance. As a Payroll Specialist Consultant for FosterThomas, I have found just that.”—K. Franklin

“During my time here at FosterThomas, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many great clients as well as a great team of talented, professional colleagues. I started my journey with FosterThomas 11 years ago and I continue to stay with FosterThomas today because of their continued growth as well as the wonderful employee support, appreciation, and employee recognition.”—S. Hargrove

EEO Statement: FosterThomas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and disciplinary action regarding the terms and conditions of employment. FosterThomas does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, color, age, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity genetic information, sexual orientation, or sex, including pregnancy and childbirth, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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