Systems Implementation Project Manager

Our mission is to unlock the collaborative power of communities by making Web3 universally easy to use, access, and build on Working with ConsenSys puts you at the forefront of an evolving paradigm, transforming our society for the better. We fundamentally believe blockchain is the next generation of technology that can lay the foundation for a more just and equitable society.  Blockchain tech is just over 10 years old. Ethereum itself is still a toddler and we’re far from reaching our full potential. You’ll get to work on the tools, infrastructure, and apps that scale these platforms to billions of users.  You’ll be constantly exposed to new concepts, ideas, and frameworks from your peers, and as you work on different projects — challenging you to stay at the top of your game. You’ll join a network of entrepreneurs and technologists that reaches the edge of our ecosystem. ConsenSys alumni have moved on to become tech entrepreneurs, CEOs, and team leads at tech companies. 

About People and Talent 

People and Talent support the entire ConsenSys community. We strive to be the destination employer of choice for our ecosystem. That goal is embedded in all the work we do to attract, retain and support our amazing talent. By joining our team you’ll be working with a diverse group of incredible individuals who put ‘people first’ and are designing and building the workplace of the future.

What you’ll do

Under the general direction of the Systems and Data Director, the Systems Project Manager is responsible for leading major HR systems projects, HR systems and process design, HR systems configuration, data standards, reporting and analytics as well as implementation of payroll inhouse.   This position works with the Systems and Data Director and partners with Information Services in researching, analyzing as well as coordinating and leading system implementation, enhancements and upgrade projects.   The Systems Project Manager will work with P&T, IT, Finance and business sponsors to determine and coordinate the project lifecycle.  This includes, creating the project scope, determining the resources required, estimating the project costs, defining the project schedule, assigning tasks, scope control, project communications, implementation, and the turnover to production support.   The Systems Project Manager will work closely with business sponsors to evaluate the business scope/objectives, assess impacts to the project and develop the most cost-effective and efficient solutions. The HRIS Project Manager will collaborate with all areas of Information Systems to ensure appropriate technical resources are assigned to the project.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides full-cycle project management for large projects in conjunction with P&T, IT, Finance and departmental leaders to provide solutions to a variety of business operation and HRIS needs.
• Plan, lead, coordinate, and collaborate with IT staff/management along with operational partners to lead projects through the appropriate phases of implementation and support throughout the enterprise.
• Manages project timeline, budget, risks and scope; maintains project documentation, produces status reports and communicates status to management and stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Organize and lead project teams; and work collaboratively with the project sponsor to meet project goals.
• Consult with Project Sponsors to develop business requirements documents, develop project charters, work breakdown structures, project schedules and milestone plans, risk management, communication plans, issue, logs and decision log.
• Coordinate and facilitate project team meetings, including agenda preparation, documentation of meeting
• discussion, and follow up items. Provide ongoing communication about project decisions.
• Gather status input from team members, maintain the project schedule, and publish status reports to project and PMO stakeholders.
• Escalate “at risk" tasks or issues in accordance to the PMO Escalation process.
• Identify, document, communicate, track and resolve issues to help the team meet project objectives. 
• Maintain project documentation for future reference and audit requirements.
• Schedule and facilitate post implementation reviews, lessons learned exercises, project closure activities.
• Tracks and reports team hours on a regular basis.
• Attend and participate in regional conferences and seminars. (e.g. Advisory Councils, PMI Development)
• Keep informed of project management techniques.
• Promotes effective teamwork and the spirit of partnership.
• Serves as liaison between Human Resources, Departmental users and Information Services. Partners with
• Must be able to accommodate U.S. working hours

Would be great if you brought this to the role

• Solid experience in implementing HRIS and Payroll systems - 10+ years
• Knowledge HRIS modules
• Excellent knowledge of Stakeholder management.
• Solid project governance skills

Don't meet all the requirements? Don't sweat it. We’re passionate about building a diverse team of humans and as such, if you think you've got what it takes for our chaotic-but-fun, remote-friendly, start-up environment—apply anyway, detailing your relevant transferable skills in your cover letter. While we have a pretty good idea of what we need, we're ready for you to challenge our thinking on who needs to be in this role. ConsenSys is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is made available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ConsenSys is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices and we encourage all applicants to review our best practices to protect yourself which can be found (https://consensys.net/careers/best-practices-to-avoid-recruitment-fraud/).