Manager, HR Project Management

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. As part of our Human Resources team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You’ll play a vital role in defining, developing and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We’re seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best. The Manager, HR Project Management Office leads complex, high-priority initiatives that advance HR’s strategy and improve organisational effectiveness across Ford’s global HR organisation. Working closely with senior HR leaders and cross-functional teams, you’ll turn strategic priorities into coordinated plans, bring the right people together, and keep initiatives moving from the initial problem statement through to implementation and measurable results. You’ll help leaders make informed decisions, address barriers early, and deliver changes that improve HR processes, capabilities, and ways of working. Responsibilities Lead strategic HR initiatives end-to-end, from defining the problem and shaping the approach through planning, implementation, adoption, and outcome measurement. Turn priorities into executable plans with clear scope, milestones, deliverables, accountabilities, dependencies, resources, and measures of success. Partner with senior HR leaders to identify problem statements, determine root causes, develop recommendations, evaluate trade-offs, and translate decisions into coordinated action. Align teams across HR functions and regions by clarifying priorities and responsibilities, connecting related work, and managing dependencies and competing demands. Establish governance and accountability, including decision rights, operating rhythms, and reporting, as appropriate to each initiative. Anticipate and resolve execution barriers by identifying risks, analysing root causes, challenging assumptions constructively, and securing timely decisions or leadership support. Guide organisational change and implementation in partnership with stakeholders, integrating readiness, communications, and adoption considerations to support lasting results. Use qualitative and quantitative insights to understand current state challenges, track performance, identify opportunities to improve processes, and assess business impact. Uses strategic action plans to define the vision for the work and develop key milestones to deliver the work. Implements lean tools as needed to maximise value and efficiency in day-to-day project operations. Keep leaders informed and decisions moving through clear, concise presentations, status updates, and recommendations on progress, risks, trade-offs, and outcomes. Coordinate internal and external partners, including cross-functional teams, vendors, and consultants, as needed to deliver objectives. Strengthen how HR executes its strategy by capturing lessons learned and recommending improvements to governance, prioritisation, and cross-functional ways of working. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree (Preferred) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organisational Development, or any other related discipline. Minimum 5 years of work experience with a Master’s degree or 8 years of work experience with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Strategy, or a related field. Project Management Professional Certification (Preferred) Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) (Preferred) Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Preferred) Benefits Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up pr