ERP Project Manager

Job Title:

ERP Project Manager

San Diego, CA

Range: $60–90 / hour (contract W2)

Assignment Duration: 6–12 months

Department:
Human Resources

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the implementation of a new HR and payroll system. This temporary, project‑based role will provide hands‑on support throughout the system transition, working closely with HR, Payroll, IT, and vendor partners to ensure a smooth, compliant, and employee‑centered implementation.

• Support day‑to‑day project management activities for the HR/payroll system implementation, including planning, task tracking, risk identification, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and dependencies across HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and external vendors.
• Assist with system configuration, testing, data validation, and parallel payroll runs.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and elevate issues as appropriate.

• Apply comprehensive knowledge of HR functions (e.g., payroll, benefits, leave administration, time and attendance, employee data management, onboarding/offboarding).
• Ensure HR and payroll processes are accurately reflected and operationalized within the system.
• Support the translation of FJV employment policies into system workflows, rules, and configuration.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve service delivery through system functionality.

• Ensure system setup and processes support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Partner with HR leadership to validate that policies and procedures are accurately represented and consistently applied.
• Assist with documentation of processes, controls, and decision points to support compliance and audit readiness.

• Bring a people‑first mindset to system implementation, with a focus on usability, clarity, and service excellence.
• Support change management efforts, including communication planning, training coordination, and user readiness.
• Serve as a resource to HR staff during transition, helping build confidence and adoption of the new system.

• Demonstrated experience supporting HR and payroll system implementations or major system transitions.
• Strong project management experience, including coordinating cross‑functional teams and managing timelines.
• Broad knowledge of HR functions and how they are supported through HR/payroll platforms.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret employment policies and translate them into operational system requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.

• Experience with Paycom and/or transition from ADP to Paycom.
• Experience working in a nonprofit or mission‑driven organization.
• Familiarity with HRIS implementation best practices and employee‑centered system design.

• Project coordination and execution
• HR and payroll operational expertise
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Collaborative, service‑oriented approach
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced project environment
• Commitment to supporting a positive employee experience

This role is critical to ensuring that our client's new HR/payroll system not only functions effectively, but also supports our people‑first culture, strengthens compliance, and improves how employees experience HR services. The Project Manager will play a key role in setting the foundation for long‑term success beyond the implementation period.