Project Manager- Human Resources

Generac Power Systems Inc

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Waukesha, WI - US Until 8/22/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted May 11, 2026 Last posted May 11, 2026
Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.


For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?



The HR Project Manager leads complex, cross functional initiatives that modernize and scale the HR function.  Different areas of responsibility can include leading technical execution of M&A HR Workstreams covering preclose diligence, Day1 readiness, HRIS/payroll/time systems integration, data conversion, and regulatory compliance, or supporting advancement in HR operating model, processes, analytics, and employee experience. The Project Manager orchestrates multidisciplinary teams, manages dependencies and risks, and delivers measurable outcomes aligned to enterprise priorities.

Major Responsibilities

  • Leads end‑to‑end planning, execution, and delivery of HR projects

  • Supports team to define project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables

  • Develops and maintains detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations

  • Ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

  • Monitors project health and help adjust plans to address changing priorities

  • Supports organizational change management for HR initiatives to ensure awareness, adoption, and engagement

  • Partners closely with HR leaders, Centers of Excellence (COEs), cross-functional teams and external partners

  • Tracks and reports on project progress, milestones, risks, and outcomes

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Certification / License

Work Experience

  • 5 years of project management or human resources experience

  • 3 years of experience leading cross-functional projects

  • Demonstrated success delivering projects with cross‑functional teams.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Advanced problem-solving ability

  • Ability to work with a high level of confidentiality and proven ability to handle sensitive information.

  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills necessary to interact with staff at all levels of the organization and candidates.

  • Proficiency in MS Office applications

  • Ability to effectively lead, manage, and motivate teams, exhibit excellent coaching skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain consistently high standards of work

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

  • Master’s degree in Business, HR, or a related discipline.

Certification / License

  • PHR / SPHR

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate

  • Agile/Scrum Experience

  • Experience in M&A integration, from either the HR or business development functions

Work Experience

  • Experience implementing new HR processes and programs as either a process owner or project manager

  • Experience working as a project manager in a multi-national HR organization

  • Hands-on experience with cloud HCM (e.g. Workday, SAP, Oracle HCM, etc.)

  • HR Systems implementation experience, esp. end-to-end HCM cloud products

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Familiarity with Prosci or equivalent change management methodologies

  • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled HR tools – such as talent analytics or automation platforms – to enhance workforce planning and operational efficiency.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

About this role

Summary

Lead HR projects, coordinate cross‑functional teams, ensure timely, within scope, within budget delivery.

Job title

Project Manager- Human Resources

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

Waukesha, WI, USA; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementconfidentialitycommunicationMS Officeteam management

Preferred skills

PMPAgile/ScrumM&A integrationWorkdaySAPOracle HCMchange managementAI HR tools

Specializations

HRproject managementM&AHRISchange management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waukesha, WI, USA

On-site City