Project Manager - SAP HCM at qualysoft

Founded in 1999 in Vienna, the Qualysoft Group is a manufacturer-independent IT consulting and services company, which successfully provides support for its international customers with the aim of boosting their competitiveness and economic efficiency through innovative IT solutions. Its focus is on financial services providers, telecommunications companies, the automotive industry and energy service providers. Over 400 employees in 6 subsidiaries work together to ensure state of the art solutions for our clients. We are looking for new colleagues in Qualysoft teams for diverse projects providing continuous learning opportunities. Our common goal is to provide honesty, development and a stable background while getting to know the latest technologies. We are waiting for your application for the position below! The Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of the HR Solutions Digitalization and Control 2026 Project, focused on transforming HR and payroll processes within the SAP HCM environment. The role is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing the project according to scope, timeline, and quality requirements, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance standards.  Responsibilities • Develop and maintain the overall project plan, timeline, and resource allocation • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with business requirements • Ensure adherence to agreed methodologies, governance frameworks, and RACD matrix • Coordinate preparation phase activities including workshops and requirement validation • Act as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders, IT teams, and external consultants • Lead regular status meetings, steering committees, and reporting • Manage expectations across HR, Payroll, IT, and executive stakeholders • Facilitate decision-making and escalation processes • Oversee SAP HCM implementation activities, including: • Retroactive payroll enablement • Expat (detached employees) payroll automation • Work contract digitalization and document management enhancements • Ensure proper coordination of: • Development and customization (ABAP, SAP HCM) • Testing (unit, integration, UAT) • Authorizations and roles setup • Monitor progress and ensure deliverables meet quality standards • Plan and coordinate change management activities • Ensure preparation of user documentation and training materials • Support adoption of new digital HR processes across the organization • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks • Manage issue resolution and track corrective actions • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., payroll reporting such as JOPPD) • Plan and execute cut-over and go-live activities • Ensure readiness of systems, users, and support structures • Oversee post-go-live support including bug fixing, stabilization, and knowledge transfer Requirements • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field • Minimum 5+ years of experience in SAP project management • Proven experience delivering SAP HCM or HR digitalization projects • Experience in payroll implementations (including retroactive payroll and international payroll scenarios) • Strong understanding of SAP HCM modules (Personnel Administration, Payroll) • Familiarity with SAP landscapes (DEV, QAS, PRD) and integration concepts • Knowledge of ABAP development lifecycle is an advantage • Experience with document management systems (DMS) and SAP forms (e.g., HR contracts) • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • Strong leadership and decision-making ability • Problem-solving and analytical thinking • Ability to work in an international and cross-functional environment Why we think you will love working here: With us you count as a person, our doors are always open. We live the Qualysoft Team Spirit and stand for transparency! Fresh wind and new ideas are welcome, because standstill is a foreign word at Qualysoft.