Human Resources Project Manager

Job Description BAE Systems is hiring an experienced Human Resources Project Manager to lead HR projects and initiatives within the Ordnance (OSI) business. This role will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of HR projects, working closely with HR leadership and personally leading teams to deliver successful project outcomes and drive business results.

Job Description:

• Serve as the lead Project Manager for various HR projects, responsible for leading and directing indirect resources to deliver successful project outcomes
• Manage project scope, performance, and resources to achieve objectives, keeping the HR Director and key stakeholders informed of project status, risks, delays, and change management concerns
• Lead recurring status meetings to ensure projects stay on schedule and provide guidance and support to project team members as needed
• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required specifications
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project updates for HR Director and key stakeholders
• Develop or facilitate effective change management plans for all projects, ensuring that individuals impacted by changes receive timely and relevant communication or training
• Assist the business HR Director in a supporting capacity, coordinating inputs, completing ad hoc tasks, and facilitating communication across the HR team and with other stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with HR team members and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes and effective execution of HR initiatives
• Stay abreast of HR and project management trends, best practices, and internal lessons learned with a focus on continuous improvement
• Make timely decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and 6 years of work experience or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience managing Human Resources projects as the PM in charge, including leading and directing team members to deliver project objectives
• Proven track record delivering HR projects on time, on budget, and to the required quality standards
• Experience with project management methodologies, toolsets, processes, and governance
• Ability to develop and implement effective project plans, track deliverables, and manage risks
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver presentations to groups at varying levels and build strong relationships across a geographically diverse HR team
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Proficiency in M365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist
• Education and/or certifications from recognized external organizations, such as PMP, are a plus
• Proficiency with M365 specialized apps such as Teams, Lists, MS Power Automate, etc.
• Experience with various types of HR systems, data, and processes

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $90373 - $153634

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.