HR Project Manager (Tempe, AZ, US)
People & HR, Operations
Tempe, AZ, USA
Requisition ID: 20374
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
The HR Project Manager executes HR initiatives, priority programs, and approved process improvement efforts within established frameworks. Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR Planning & Projects, this role develops structured project and implementation plans, coordinates cross-functional execution across HR Centers of Expertise (COEs) and business partners, and monitors progress against defined timelines and outcomes. The position supports the implementation of HR process improvements by documenting current-state workflows, coordinating rollout activities, and tracking performance indicators to ensure effective adoption and measurable results.
What You'll Do
- Develops and manages comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, dependencies, milestones, and resource requirements aligned with approved HR priorities.
- Coordinates cross-functional execution across HR COEs, business partners, and enterprise stakeholders; facilitate working sessions to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
- Monitors milestones, risks, constraints, and interdependencies; escalate issues to the Senior Manager with recommended options.
- Documents current-state HR processes and coordinates implementation of approved future-state improvements.
- Tracks performance indicators related to project delivery, process efficiency, quality, and adoption.
- Provides status reporting and data input for portfolio dashboards and performance reviews.
- Contributes insights to strengthen HR’s project management discipline and operating rhythm.
- Supports change readiness, training coordination, and transition activities to promote effective adoption.
- Monitors adoption progress and surface implementation insights to inform adjustments.
- Tracks project-level budgets, vendor invoices, and resource utilization in coordination with the Senior Manager.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.
Additional Requirements and Qualifications
- Experience coordinating cross-functional projects using structured project management methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and project management platforms.
Preferred
- Utility or other regulated-industry experience.
- Certifications: PMP, Prosci/Change Management, SHRM-CP, PHR.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
