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Project Manager

Minnesota - Project Manager

Hollstadt Overview

Hollstadt Consulting is a management and technology consulting firm dedicated to placing professionals at engagements where they will excel. When you work with us, you'll work with a refreshingly real company led and staffed by seasoned experts who are also down-to-earth, good people. We're committed to treating you with respect and helping you achieve your career aspirations.

Since 1990, Hollstadt has been a trusted partner to more than 150 domestic and global companies and has successfully completed over 3,000 projects. Our continued growth has created challenging and rewarding opportunities for accomplished IT and Business Consultants. Hollstadt Consulting is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.

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Job Description

Role: Project Manager (Executive Level)

Location: Hybrid in Minneapolis, MN

Rate: The hourly pay rate range for this position is expected to be $57.24 - $84.43 depending on qualifications and experience, though a higher rate may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates


Experience Required:

7+ years managing business projects


Top Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of HR practices
  • Workday HR experience
  • Proven experience leading medium to large HR projects to successful completion
  • Ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Can work independently with minimal direction
  • Skilled at breaking down complex concepts into actionable steps

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver medium to large HR project initiatives (moderate to high complexity)
  • Ensure projects meet budget, scope, schedule, risk, and quality objectives
  • Keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project
  • Use company and industry-standard project management methods and tools
  • Align project deliverables with business objectives
  • Define, estimate, and schedule project tasks using a clear project plan
  • Identify resource needs and work with leadership to secure skilled team members
  • Hold team members accountable, provide coaching and mentoring
  • Maintain project documentation and records
  • Track and report key measures of project success
  • Analyze project performance and conduct cost-benefit analyses
  • Implement corrective actions and manage project changes as needed
  • Communicate project status, risks, and action plans to stakeholders
  • Escalate significant risks or issues to leadership when necessary
  • Collaborate with business partners, vendors, and project teams to align on objectives
  • Transition completed projects into daily business operations

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Deep understanding of HR practices and project management
  • Experience leading multiple complex projects from design to delivery
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Objective decision-making ability
  • Attention to detail and ability to drive results, even in ambiguous situations
  • Proficiency with project management tools (Microsoft Project, Visio, JIRA, PowerPoint)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Preferred: PMP certification and experience in Talent Management

Benefits + Perks

Comprehensive Benefit Plan

Hollstadt offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. With three different medical plans to choose from, you can enroll in the coverage you need from individual to family, or anywhere in between!

Remarketing Process

Hollstadt is based on retention and relationships. We get to know your strengths and career wishes throughout your assignment and then start remarket discussions 6-8 weeks prior to your end date. By being proactive, we are able to keep your down time between assignments as short as possible, unless you choose otherwise.

Professional Development

Hollstadt offers on-demand training through our consultant portal. Trainings give our consultants the continuing education they need to excel on their projects. Many of our courses apply towards continuing education credits and we have an entire training hub dedicated to upskilling in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

401k + Matching

One popular benefit is our 401(k) match on the first 4% of your contributions. Hollstadt wants to help you reach your long-term financial goals and understands that planning for your future is critical. Consultants also have access to support from a Financial Advisor.

Bonus Opportunities

We appreciate and reward loyalty. Join Hollstadt, stay for 5 years, and we’ll give you a $5,000 Longevity Award bonus! Additionally, we know great talent knows other great talent. If you are on contract with Hollstadt and refer one of your connections who gets placed, we’ll pay you $1,000!

Ongoing Support & Networking

We have made a significant investment in building a support program for our consultant team - so you never have to feel like you are going it alone. We also have a Consultant Coach program which acts like a 'work buddy' to provide a safe ear for questions or concerns at your client site.