REMOTE People Operations Project Manager (Workday)

Post Date

Jun 22, 2026

Location

Walnut Creek,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94598
US
Aug 23, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Project Manager

Req #

DGO-fbec6dd2-b2f3-45d1-9191-d41dcc98de36

Pay Rate

$50 - $62 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A client of Insight Global's is seeking a Remote People Operations Project Manager for a contract opportunity. This individual will sit at the intersection of HR operations, systems, and project management, leading high-impact initiatives that improve processes, enhance compliance, and optimize the employee experience. The ideal candidate brings strong Workday expertise, a structured approach to project execution, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fully remote environment. This is a great opportunity to support meaningful work while driving operational excellence across People Operations.

Day-to-Day:
Lead People Operations projects from initiation through completion
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables
Coordinate across stakeholders and drive execution without direct authority
Own and manage ORM audits end-to-end, including documentation and tracking
Support remediation efforts and compliance initiatives
Use Workday for reporting, workflows, and operational support
Assist with system testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
Partner with HRIS/ERP teams on integrations and system improvements
Provide support across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, changes, offboarding)
Maintain and enhance process documentation and workflows
Collaborate with HR leadership and technical teams to improve efficiency and employee experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of Hands-on Workday experience (reporting, workflows, troubleshooting, testing)
Proven project/program management experience end-to-end
Background in HR Operations / People Operations / HRIS
Experience supporting audits, compliance, or risk management
Strong ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholders
PST Hours

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Background in healthcare, nonprofit, or regulated environments
Experience driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.