Blue Chip Talent

Lead and manage enterprise technology projects ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and stakeholder alignment. | Experienced project manager with technology project expertise, strong stakeholder communication, risk management, and proficiency in project documentation and governance. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a transportation and infrastructure organization, is seeking a skilled IT Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading enterprise technology initiatives, coordinating cross-functional project teams, and ensuring the successful implementation of IT solutions from planning through delivery. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical knowledge and project management expertise to support complex technology environments. Job Duties: • Develop and manage detailed project plans, project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation • Lead cross-functional technical teams to deliver technology projects on schedule and within budget • Coordinate communication between stakeholders, leadership, vendors, and project teams • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while managing issue resolution • Ensure compliance with established technical standards and document approved exceptions • Maintain project documentation, including schedules, budgets, work plans, status reports, and performance metrics • Coordinate end-user training and support during technology implementations • Track project progress and provide regular status updates to stakeholders Skills Required: • Minimum three (3) years of Project Management experience, including at least one (1) year supporting technology projects • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) OR five (5) years of Project Management experience with at least two (2) years supporting technology initiatives • Experience planning, executing, and delivering enterprise IT projects • Proficiency in administering Microsoft Teams channels, file structures, and permissions • Working knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, software development concepts, and enterprise systems • Experience managing project schedules, budgets, documentation, and risk mitigation Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we've specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.

Lead large-scale payroll platform migration projects involving multi-team coordination, integration, and compliance. | 5+ years managing enterprise payroll implementations with hands-on Workday HRIS integration experience and strong project governance skills. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a global technology organization, is seeking a skilled Senior Payroll Implementation Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading a large-scale payroll platform migration, managing complex HRIS and ERP integrations, and ensuring successful delivery of payroll transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience overseeing enterprise payroll implementations involving data migration, system validation, compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination. Job Duties • Lead end-to-end payroll implementation projects from planning through post-go-live support • Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and implementation schedules • Facilitate project kickoff meetings, status reviews, and stakeholder communications • Manage multiple implementation workstreams across Payroll, HR, Finance, Benefits, and Technology teams • Define and document payroll process, operational, and data requirements • Oversee payroll system configuration, integration activities, and reporting requirements • Coordinate payroll data migration efforts, including validation, reconciliation, and audit activities • Manage integrations between payroll platforms, HRIS systems, benefits providers, and ERP applications • Develop and execute testing strategies, user acceptance testing, and payroll validation processes • Identify, track, and escalate project risks, issues, and dependencies • Lead go-live readiness activities, deployment planning, and transition support • Maintain project documentation including status reports, workflows, implementation plans, and procedural guides • Ensure payroll processes comply with applicable regulatory and compliance requirements • Implement change management strategies to support organizational adoption and transition efforts Skills Required: • 5+ years of experience leading enterprise payroll implementation projects • Must have hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll platform • Must have hands-on experience with ADP GlobalView payroll implementations • Experience managing Workday HRIS integration projects • Proven experience with payroll operations, tax compliance, and payroll processing requirements • Experience leading payroll data migration, validation, reconciliation, and audit activities • Experience managing payroll testing, parallel testing, and user acceptance testing • Experience coordinating integrations between payroll systems and ERP platforms • Knowledge of general ledger mapping and payroll financial interfaces • Experience managing large-scale implementations with multiple stakeholders and aggressive timelines • Proficiency with project management methodologies, project scheduling, and risk management Preferred: • Experience supporting global or multi-country payroll implementations • Experience with Oracle ERP integrations • Experience implementing payroll vendor and benefits platform integrations • Knowledge of payroll reporting and analytics tools • Experience managing enterprise HR technology transformation initiatives • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification • Experience supporting organizational change management during payroll transformations Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth .We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners .

Lead large-scale payroll platform migration projects with cross-functional coordination and compliance management. | 5+ years leading enterprise payroll implementations with hands-on ADP and Workday experience, managing integrations, testing, and compliance. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a global technology organization, is seeking a skilled Senior Payroll Implementation Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading a large-scale payroll platform migration, managing complex HRIS and ERP integrations, and ensuring successful delivery of payroll transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience overseeing enterprise payroll implementations involving data migration, system validation, compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder coordination. Job Duties • Lead end-to-end payroll implementation projects from planning through post-go-live support • Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and implementation schedules • Facilitate project kickoff meetings, status reviews, and stakeholder communications • Manage multiple implementation workstreams across Payroll, HR, Finance, Benefits, and Technology teams • Define and document payroll process, operational, and data requirements • Oversee payroll system configuration, integration activities, and reporting requirements • Coordinate payroll data migration efforts, including validation, reconciliation, and audit activities • Manage integrations between payroll platforms, HRIS systems, benefits providers, and ERP applications • Develop and execute testing strategies, user acceptance testing, and payroll validation processes • Identify, track, and escalate project risks, issues, and dependencies • Lead go-live readiness activities, deployment planning, and transition support • Maintain project documentation including status reports, workflows, implementation plans, and procedural guides • Ensure payroll processes comply with applicable regulatory and compliance requirements • Implement change management strategies to support organizational adoption and transition efforts Skills Required: • 5+ years of experience leading enterprise payroll implementation projects • Must have hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll platform • Must have hands-on experience with ADP GlobalView payroll implementations • Experience managing Workday HRIS integration projects • Proven experience with payroll operations, tax compliance, and payroll processing requirements • Experience leading payroll data migration, validation, reconciliation, and audit activities • Experience managing payroll testing, parallel testing, and user acceptance testing • Experience coordinating integrations between payroll systems and ERP platforms • Knowledge of general ledger mapping and payroll financial interfaces • Experience managing large-scale implementations with multiple stakeholders and aggressive timelines • Proficiency with project management methodologies, project scheduling, and risk management Preferred: • Experience supporting global or multi-country payroll implementations • Experience with Oracle ERP integrations • Experience implementing payroll vendor and benefits platform integrations • Knowledge of payroll reporting and analytics tools • Experience managing enterprise HR technology transformation initiatives • PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification • Experience supporting organizational change management during payroll transformations Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth .We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners .

Lead and manage payroll transformation projects involving ADP GlobalView, Workday integration, and enterprise payroll data migration. | 5+ years managing payroll implementations with hands-on experience in ADP Workforce Now, ADP GlobalView, Workday integrations, and ERP systems. | Project Manager – Payroll Transformation (ADP GlobalView) Location: Troy Michigan • All Candidates MUST be able to work on our w2 with no restrictions. • NO 3rd party vendors are allowed for this role. • This role is 100% onsite in Troy MI Blue Chip Talent is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the migration of U.S. payroll processing from ADP Workforce Now to ADP GlobalView. This enterprise initiative includes: • Workday HRIS integration • Benefits vendor implementation • Payroll data migration and validation • GL interface mapping to Oracle ERP Responsibilities • Lead project planning, kickoff meetings, timelines, milestones, and deliverables • Manage payroll implementation activities across Payroll, HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors • Oversee integrations between ADP GlobalView, Workday, benefits vendors, and Oracle ERP • Direct payroll data migration, reconciliation, testing, and validation efforts • Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and executive status reporting • Lead go-live readiness, deployment, and post-implementation support • Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and support change management activities Required Qualifications • 5+ years leading payroll implementations or payroll transformation projects • Hands-on experience with: • ADP Workforce Now • ADP GlobalView • Workday HRIS integrations • Strong understanding of payroll operations, compliance, testing, and data migration • Experience managing large-scale enterprise implementations • Experience with ERP integrations, preferably Oracle ERP • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills • Bachelor's degree required

Lead governance and delivery oversight for Adaptive Planning optimization integrated with Workday Financials, coordinating stakeholders and implementation partners. | 7+ years enterprise project management with financial systems experience, strong governance, Workday Financials exposure, and stakeholder management. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a financial services-focused organization, is seeking a skilled Workday Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading governance and delivery oversight for an Adaptive Planning optimization initiative integrated with Workday Financials, while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and third-party implementation partners. The ideal candidate brings strong PMO discipline, enterprise financial systems implementation experience, and the ability to drive post-go-live stabilization and roadmap planning initiatives. Job Duties • Lead project governance activities for an enterprise Adaptive Planning optimization initiative • Manage project timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and executive-level status reporting • Coordinate cross-functional business, finance, and technology stakeholders throughout project delivery • Partner closely with third-party implementation teams to ensure alignment on scope, deliverables, and execution • Oversee audit readiness activities, including documentation, traceability, artifact management, and compliance reporting • Facilitate UAT planning, testing coordination, defect tracking, and post-production stabilization efforts • Drive change management and communication planning across impacted business groups • Support roadmap planning and long-term sustainment activities for enterprise financial planning platforms Skills Required • 7+ years of enterprise Project Management experience within formal PMO environments • Must have financial implementation experience • Experience leading financial systems, ERP, or enterprise planning platform implementations • Strong governance experience, including risk management, audit compliance, artifact collection, and executive reporting • Experience managing enterprise-scale cross-functional stakeholders and steering committees • Exposure to Workday Financials, Adaptive Planning, or comparable enterprise financial platforms • Experience coordinating UAT, end-to-end testing, and post-go-live stabilization activities • Strong understanding of enterprise change management and delivery governance practices • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience Desired • Adaptive Planning implementation or optimization experience • Workday Financials project exposure • FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning domain experience • Experience supporting enterprise integrations across financial systems • Previous experience working alongside Deloitte or other major implementation partners • Experience supporting contract-to-hire or rapidly evolving enterprise environments • PMP, Agile, or related Project Management certifications • Experience recovering or stabilizing enterprise initiatives with governance challenges

Lead governance and delivery oversight for enterprise financial system optimization projects coordinating cross-functional stakeholders. | 7+ years enterprise project management in PMO environments with financial systems implementation and strong governance experience. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a financial services-focused organization, is seeking a skilled Workday Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading governance and delivery oversight for an Adaptive Planning optimization initiative integrated with Workday Financials, while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and third-party implementation partners. The ideal candidate brings strong PMO discipline, enterprise financial systems implementation experience, and the ability to drive post-go-live stabilization and roadmap planning initiatives. Job Duties • Lead project governance activities for an enterprise Adaptive Planning optimization initiative • Manage project timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and executive-level status reporting • Coordinate cross-functional business, finance, and technology stakeholders throughout project delivery • Partner closely with third-party implementation teams to ensure alignment on scope, deliverables, and execution • Oversee audit readiness activities, including documentation, traceability, artifact management, and compliance reporting • Facilitate UAT planning, testing coordination, defect tracking, and post-production stabilization efforts • Drive change management and communication planning across impacted business groups • Support roadmap planning and long-term sustainment activities for enterprise financial planning platforms Skills Required • 7+ years of enterprise Project Management experience within formal PMO environments • Must have financial implementation experience • Experience leading financial systems, ERP, or enterprise planning platform implementations • Strong governance experience, including risk management, audit compliance, artifact collection, and executive reporting • FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning domain experience • Experience supporting enterprise integrations across financial systems • Experience managing enterprise-scale cross-functional stakeholders and steering committees • Exposure to Workday Financials, Adaptive Planning, or comparable enterprise financial platforms • Experience coordinating UAT, end-to-end testing, and post-go-live stabilization activities • Strong understanding of enterprise change management and delivery governance practices • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Lead governance and delivery oversight for enterprise financial system projects with cross-functional coordination. | 7+ years enterprise PM experience, financial systems implementation, Workday Financials exposure, strong governance and stakeholder management. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a financial services-focused organization, is seeking a skilled Workday Project Manager. This role is responsible for leading governance and delivery oversight for an Adaptive Planning optimization initiative integrated with Workday Financials, while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and third-party implementation partners. The ideal candidate brings strong PMO discipline, enterprise financial systems implementation experience, and the ability to drive post-go-live stabilization and roadmap planning initiatives. Job Duties • Lead project governance activities for an enterprise Adaptive Planning optimization initiative • Manage project timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and executive-level status reporting • Coordinate cross-functional business, finance, and technology stakeholders throughout project delivery • Partner closely with third-party implementation teams to ensure alignment on scope, deliverables, and execution • Oversee audit readiness activities, including documentation, traceability, artifact management, and compliance reporting • Facilitate UAT planning, testing coordination, defect tracking, and post-production stabilization efforts • Drive change management and communication planning across impacted business groups • Support roadmap planning and long-term sustainment activities for enterprise financial planning platforms Skills Required • 7+ years of enterprise Project Management experience within formal PMO environments • Must have financial implementation experience • Experience leading financial systems, ERP, or enterprise planning platform implementations • Strong governance experience, including risk management, audit compliance, artifact collection, and executive reporting • Experience managing enterprise-scale cross-functional stakeholders and steering committees • Exposure to Workday Financials, Adaptive Planning, or comparable enterprise financial platforms • Experience coordinating UAT, end-to-end testing, and post-go-live stabilization activities • Strong understanding of enterprise change management and delivery governance practices • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience Desired • Adaptive Planning implementation or optimization experience • Workday Financials project exposure • FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning domain experience • Experience supporting enterprise integrations across financial systems • Previous experience working alongside Deloitte or other major implementation partners • Experience supporting contract-to-hire or rapidly evolving enterprise environments • PMP, Agile, or related Project Management certifications • Experience recovering or stabilizing enterprise initiatives with governance challenges

Lead change communications and drive user adoption for IT transformation initiatives. | 5+ years in change management or transformation roles supporting large-scale technology initiatives with experience in communication plans and KPI tracking. | • *This position is offered as a direct hire. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.** Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a financial services organization, is seeking a skilled Project Change Management Analyst. This role is responsible for leading change communications and driving user adoption across enterprise technology initiatives, while translating complex technical changes into clear, actionable messaging for diverse audiences. Job Duties • Develop and execute change communication strategies aligned with IT transformation initiatives • Create leadership briefings, release communications, and end-user messaging materials • Translate technical concepts into audience-specific communications across impacted teams • Monitor user adoption metrics and analyze feedback to improve engagement and acceptance • Track workforce readiness KPIs, including training completion and system adoption rates • Produce executive-level reporting on change progress, risks, and organizational impact • Collaborate with IT, HR, and transformation teams to support workforce transition efforts • Identify change-related risks and implement mitigation strategies through communication and training Skills Required: • 5+ years of experience in change management or transformation roles • 5+ years supporting large-scale technology initiatives (e.g., cloud, ERP, data platforms, cybersecurity) • Experience with change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR or similar methodologies) • Experience developing communication plans and executive-level reporting • Familiarity with agile or hybrid technology delivery environments • Experience tracking KPIs related to adoption, training, and workforce readiness • Experience working within a Transformation Management Office (TMO) or similar structure • Exposure to enterprise-wide digital or IT transformation programs

Manage and report on IT project financials and performance metrics to support executive decision-making. | Requires 5 years IT project reporting or PMO support experience, proficiency with Jira and financial tracking in Agile/Waterfall environments. | Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a leading insurance and financial services organization, is seeking a skilled IT Project Analyst. This role is responsible for tracking IT project performance, consolidating financial and delivery data, and supporting executive-level reporting across enterprise initiatives. You’ll play a key role in translating strategy into execution within a high-visibility transformation environment. Job Duties • Track and report on IT project performance, including actual vs. spend, forecasts, milestones, and KPIs • Monitor financial performance across initiatives to ensure alignment with budgets and expected outcomes • Consolidate updates from cross-functional teams into executive-ready reports and dashboards • Identify and escalate risks, dependencies, and performance gaps across the IT portfolio • Prepare standardized reporting for governance forums, including steering committees and leadership reviews • Partner with Finance to validate capital vs. expense spend, labor costs, and vendor expenditures • Ensure consistency and integrity of reporting aligned with PMO standards and governance frameworks • Support Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models across transformation initiatives Skills Required: • 5 years of experience in IT project reporting, PMO support, or financial analysis • 2–5 years supporting IT projects in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid environments • Experience with project/portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, Clarity) • Experience tracking IT financials, including resource costs, vendor spend, and infrastructure investments • Experience supporting enterprise transformation or large-scale IT programs • Proficiency with Jira and Confluence for Agile delivery and documentation Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.

Perform cost analysis, respond to customer inquiries, support sales manager, draft proposals and contracts, develop presentations, conduct market research, and monitor sales metrics. | Requires advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, foundational costing and financial analysis knowledge, excellent communication, and customer relationship management abilities. | Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Metro Detroit, Michigan. Relocation assistance or remote work is NOT available for this position. Blue Chip Talent is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and personality/cultural fit with our employing partners. Key Responsibilities: • Perform cost analysis to ensure pricing remains competitive while supporting profitability • Evaluate customer RFQs and coordinate with internal teams to meet project requirements and timelines • Respond to customer inquiries, build strong relationships, and drive overall satisfaction • Provide daily operational support to the Sales Manager and assist in business initiatives • Draft, edit, and compile proposals, contracts, and related documents • Develop impactful presentations by gathering data, organizing materials, and creating visuals using PowerPoint, Excel, and other tools • Conduct market research on both domestic and international levels and prepare detailed reports • Monitor and track sales activities, metrics, and performance goals Required Skills & Qualifications • Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills • Strong creativity and ability to develop innovative solutions • Foundational knowledge of costing principles and financial analysis • Ability to deliver exceptional customer support and relationship management • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset Through our unique ongoing touchpoint program, personalized orientation, bi-yearly appreciation lunches, company-sponsored charitable events, and our flagship family Woodward Dream Cruise event. We also offer industry-leading benefit options: Four (4) healthcare plans to choose from • PTO & Paid Holidays • Dental & Vision insurance • Company-paid life insurance • Long and short-term disability • 401k with yearly arbitrary match • Pet insurance You can count on Blue Chip Talent to be your reliable career coach and advocate. We look forward to connecting with you and guiding you on your career goals