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How much do human resources project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for human resources project manager in the United States is $53.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $66.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Human Resources Project Manager vs HR Coordinator?

AspectHuman Resources Project ManagerHR Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; PMP or project management certification often preferredBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; HR certification optional
Work EnvironmentLeads projects across HR functions, collaborates with multiple departments, often in corporate settingsSupports HR daily operations, assists with recruitment, onboarding, and employee records
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations with structured HR projects, corporate HR departmentsCommon in HR teams for administrative and support roles

The Human Resources Project Manager focuses on leading HR-related projects, ensuring timely completion and strategic alignment. In contrast, the HR Coordinator handles day-to-day HR tasks, supporting the HR team with administrative duties. Both roles require HR knowledge, but the Project Manager emphasizes project leadership and planning.

What are Human Resources Project Managers?

Human Resources Project Managers are professionals who oversee and coordinate HR-related projects within an organization. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects related to areas such as talent acquisition, employee engagement, benefits administration, or HR technology implementation. These managers work closely with HR teams, stakeholders, and sometimes external vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Their role requires strong project management skills, knowledge of HR practices, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Human Resources Project Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Human Resources Project Manager, you need a solid background in HR principles, project management methodologies, and typically a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project or Asana, HRIS platforms, and often a PMP or SHRM certification is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively leading HR initiatives, ensuring timely project delivery, and aligning HR strategies with business goals.

What Does a Human Resources Project Manager Do?

Human resources project managers oversee projects within the human resources department, though these projects may affect other departments in the company and require their participation. In this role, your job duties include establishing and managing the budget of the project, setting deadlines and timeline, coordinating the schedule of staff and vendors involved, and monitoring the project’s progress from start to finish. You ensure everyone involved understands the direction and purpose of the project and that the results not only meet the company’s goals, but are also consistent with company policy. Supervisors also expect you to provide regular progress reports so that they know where the project stands at any given time.

How does a Human Resources Project Manager typically collaborate with other departments during large-scale initiatives?

A Human Resources Project Manager often works closely with departments such as IT, Finance, and Operations to ensure the successful implementation of HR projects like new HRIS systems, organizational restructuring, or benefits rollouts. Collaboration involves regular cross-functional meetings, aligning project timelines, gathering department-specific requirements, and facilitating change management efforts. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as HR Project Managers serve as liaisons, ensuring all teams are informed, engaged, and prepared for transitions.
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Infographic showing various Human Resources Project Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,157 per year, or $53.4 per hour.
Project Manager, Human Resources

Project Manager, Human Resources

STERIS Corporation

Mentor, OH • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


STERIS rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 886 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Position Summary

The HR Project Manager has responsibility for managing large projects tied to HR strategic initiatives and leading the change management workstream. The projects managed may include 3-5 HR strategic initiatives, supporting the project sponsor and project lead. These initiatives may include HR operating model, Total Rewards and Talent initiatives, software implementations/upgrades, operational and organizational changes. Working cross-functionally with groups such as Finance, Operations and IT, this role has the objective of driving projects to completion, on time and under budget.

This position will directly report to VP of Talent Management and HR Operations.

Requires working in the Mentor, OH office and has the option to go hybrid after 90 days pending hiring manager approval.

What You'll Do As a Project Manager, Human Resources

Project Management

  • Lead the planning, coordinating and driving of multiple projects, varying in size and scope and complexity, with average supervision/guidance and coaching
  • In partnership with the project sponsors, facilitate the definition of projects' charter, scope, goals and deliverables and manage all project artifacts and communications with team members
  • Lead key projects coordinating across STERIS cross-functional and outside resources effectively defining roles and responsibilities, key milestones, and deliverables to meet timelines and targeted results
  • Coordinate resources assigned to the effort, including defining each team member's role and responsibility
  • Effectively apply project management methodology and enforce project standards
  • Prepare and present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions
  • For each unique project, develop project plans including resources, timing and dependencies
  • Participate in webinars, training sessions, and user groups to become the STERIS expert on the project subject matter
  • Develop scorecards and metrics for each initiative to track progress and share with HR leadership, team members and stakeholders
  • Use Lean philosophies and methodology for process improvement. Participates in, conducts or facilitates Kaizen events when appropriate and supports the action plans that result in those events.
  • Measure implemented solutions based on defined KPIs

Change Management

  • Document new processes and procedures
  • Implement process, technology or organizational changes based on determined solutions
  • Prepare and deliver all communications related to the initiative
  • Prepare comprehensive implementation plans
  • Ensure a smooth transition from recommendation to implementation including the preparation of performance metrics from which progress will be gauged
The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree
  • 7+ years of experience managing projects
  • Experience in managing 2 - 3 major business projects from concept to implementation
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in Human Resources program or project management
  • Lean experience
  • Change Management certification
  • PMP certification or experience using project planning tools


Skills:

  • Solid knowledge/understanding of business processes
  • The ability to manage multiple projects at the same time is critical to the success of this role
  • Strong influence skills with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships and complete tasks without direct accountability
  • Excellent organization, prioritization and decision-making skills required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to effectively manage cross functional teams
  • Overall professional confidence and maturity that commands respect
  • Operational leadership capability including driving continuous improvement initiatives both inside and outside direct organizational responsibilities
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills involving system design, internal business process development and tactical business decisions
  • Analytical and project management skills including data gathering, analysis, development of recommendations and creation of project plans
  • Comfort with ambiguity and appreciation for quality control
  • Excellent formal presentation skills before small and large groups

Pay range for this opportunity is$92,650.00-$119,900.00.This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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