Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

  • Become an expert in Workday’s Implementation Methodology and apply it across projects.
  • Plan and allocate resources to ensure successful project execution.
  • Monitor project scope, budget, and timelines, addressing constraints proactively.
  • Track project risks, maintain issue logs, and escalate concerns when necessary.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

  • Work closely with client project managers to resolve issues affecting timelines.
  • Support senior engagement managers in large-scale implementations.
  • Ensure high client satisfaction and position clients as potential references.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

  • Present project updates in Executive Steering Committee meetings.
  • Ensure compliance with Delivery Assurance checkpoints.
  • Communicate and escalate change orders when client requests exceed the original scope.

Sales & Business Development Support

  • Assist in sales cycles by gathering requirements, defining delivery approaches, and contributing to proposals/SOWs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Workday experience is strongly preferred but not mandatory.
  • Previous experience in HR, Finance, or Payroll functions.

Technical & Professional Skills

  • Strong understanding of Internet technologies and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
  • PMP certification is highly desired.

Salary & Benefits

Annual Salary: $75,800 – $95,865 (Based on experience and qualifications)
Application Deadline: 05/26/2025
Performance-Based Bonus: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program

Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan with Contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Why Join Cognizant?

Work on Cutting-Edge Projects: Be a part of innovative solutions that transform businesses.
Global Career Growth: Opportunities to work with clients across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.
Learning & Development: Upskill with professional training and career advancement programs.
Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse team that values teamwork and innovation.

Cognizant’s Core Values

  • Work as One – We collaborate and leverage strengths to succeed as a team.
  • Raise the Bar – We strive for excellence in everything we do.
  • Dare to Innovate – We challenge boundaries to drive innovation.
  • Do the Right Thing – Integrity guides our decisions and actions.
  • Own It – We take responsibility for our impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.