Workforce Planning Data Project Manager

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Workforce Planning Data Project Manager

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Type: Contract

Category: Program/Project Management

Industry: Technology

Workplace Type: Remote

Reference ID: JN -102025-103970

Date Posted: 11/05/2025

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Description

100% Remote

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Workforce Planning Data Project Manager to lead the development and implementation of workforce planning capabilities at our client . This role is ideal for either a data-savvy project manager or an analyst with strong organizational and coordination skills. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning workforce data strategies with business goals, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring operational excellence in workforce planning.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $75 - $82 / hr. w2

Responsibilities

• Strategic Workforce Planning
• Design and execute workforce planning frameworks that align talent supply with business demand.
• Forecast staffing needs using historical data, predictive analytics, and business growth models.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and People Analytics to ensure cohesive planning and execution.
• Project Management & Agile Leadership
• Lead cross-functional initiatives using Agile methodologies and project management best practices.
• Facilitate scrum-like meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives to drive progress and accountability.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Conduct workforce analytics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.
• Build dashboards and reports that support decision-making across leadership teams.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across systems and reporting tools.
• Process Mapping & Optimization
• Document and analyze data flows and operational processes across departments.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to streamline workforce operations.
• Support the integration of workforce planning tools and systems.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the central point of contact for workforce planning initiatives.
• Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Proven experience in project management , preferably in Agile environments.
• Strong data acumen , including experience with workforce analytics, reporting tools, and data visualization platforms.
• Demonstrated ability in process mapping and documenting complex workflows.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional relationships.
  
  

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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