Dayforce Implementation Project Manager
Workana
Job Overview
Location
Remote
Employment Type
Contract
Work Arrangement
Remote
Sector
Information Technology & Software
Experience Level
Senior (5-8 years)
Application Deadline
May 2, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Dayforce Implementation Project Manager to spearhead a critical HRIS transition for a U.S.-based company. This role is essential for managing the comprehensive shift from Insperity to Dayforce, supporting approximately 1,100 employees.
As a dedicated expert, you will guide the entire implementation lifecycle, from initial planning and coordination through execution and post-launch stabilization. Your leadership will ensure a smooth and successful integration of the Dayforce system.
Key responsibilities include developing and managing the project plan, overseeing milestones, dependencies, risks, and timelines. You will serve as the internal Dayforce subject matter expert, advising stakeholders on best practices and critical implementation decisions. Effective coordination across HR, payroll, IT, operations, and the Dayforce implementation team is paramount.
You will ensure active engagement from all internal stakeholders at the appropriate project stages. This includes supporting testing phases, tracking issues, preparing for launch readiness, and managing the early stabilization period post-go-live.
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Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Dayforce implementation from planning through go-live and post-launch support
- Manage the project plan, milestones, dependencies, risks, and timeline
- Act as the internal Dayforce subject matter expert and guide stakeholders on best practices and implementation decisions
- Coordinate across HR, payroll, IT, operations, and the Dayforce implementation team
- Ensure the right internal stakeholders are engaged at the right stages of the project
- Support testing, issue tracking, launch readiness, and early stabilization after go-live
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading at least one full Dayforce implementation or migration from start to finish
- Strong project management experience in HRIS, payroll, or enterprise system implementations
- Ability to provide hands-on guidance and recommendations throughout the rollout
- Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders across HR, IT, operations, payroll, and vendors
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
- Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, aligned with Eastern Time business hours
Benefits & Perks
- Fully remote opportunity
- High-impact role in a business-critical system transformation
- Long-term position
How to Apply
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The global HRIS landscape is rapidly evolving, with companies prioritizing seamless transitions to integrated platforms. This role is pivotal in navigating the complexities of HRIS modernization, demanding expertise in API integrations, data migration strategies, and change management protocols. Your impact will directly influence operational efficiency and strategic workforce planning, signaling a significant contribution to business ROI and leadership scale. This position requires a deep understanding of payroll systems and employee data management to ensure a successful, high-impact system transformation.
Posted Date
April 17, 2026
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