Venkatraman Palakad Narayanan
Glen Allen,USA
Summary
HCM Project Manager with over 22 years of global experience leading end-to-end implementations, upgrades, and support for ERP systems including Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, PeopleSoft, SAP, and ServiceNow. Extensive background in HR transformation, Agile methodologies, and organizational change management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, streamline HR processes, and deliver enterprise-level technology solutions across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Project Manager – HR Transformation Program
ABB Inc
Virginia, USA
06.2023 - Current
- Led execution of Workday-related HR transformation initiatives across US and Canada.
- Managed Workday integrations, timeline alignment, and vendor coordination.
- Drove risk management, project governance, and process improvements.
Global HRIS Project Lead – Core HR & Absence Management
Gallagher (Arthur J. Gallagher)
Virginia, USA
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Directed global ERP initiatives impacting Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Compensation systems.
- Oversaw implementation projects, coordinated with IT and vendor teams, and managed offshore delivery.
- Provided escalation support, strategy planning, and HR systems advisory.
Senior Advisory Consultant – People Advisory Services
Ernst & Young LLC
Virginia, USA
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Configured and tested HCM solutions in Workday for diverse client needs.
- Provided technical consulting, managed integrations, and coached stakeholders on best practices.
- Delivered enhancements to digital people experience.
Project Management Associate – Workday HCM
DXC Technologies
Virginia, USA
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed full lifecycle of complex HCM projects, ensuring milestones and budget compliance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and developed ROI analysis.
- Drove project governance and led stakeholder communication.
Senior Consultant
Alcor Solutions Inc
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Led HR-specific workshops and delivered ServiceNow HRSD solutions.
Senior Consultant
Apex Systems (UVA)
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Supported Workday implementation and change management.
Project Lead
FedEx
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Provided functional support for Workday HCM.
Senior Consultant
Wipro (Johnson & Johnson, Dish Networks)
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed OCM and LMS assessment.
Education
MBA - Finance & Marketing
University of Madras
06.2003
B.Sc. - Mathematics
University of Madras
06.2001
Skills
- ERP Platforms: Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, PeopleSoft, SAP, ServiceNow HRSD, Oracle HRMS, Ramco RVW
- HR Modules: Core HR, Talent Management, Benefits, Payroll, ESS/MSS, Learning Management
- Project Delivery: Implementation, Upgrade, Support, Global Rollouts, Agile/Scrum
- Leadership: Program/Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Onsite-Offshore Coordination
- Tools: Microsoft Visio, JIRA, VersionOne, MS Project
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (placeholder)
- PMP or equivalent (if applicable)
Timeline
Regional Project Manager – HR Transformation Program
ABB Inc
06.2023 - Current
Global HRIS Project Lead – Core HR & Absence Management
Gallagher (Arthur J. Gallagher)
05.2022 - 05.2023
Senior Advisory Consultant – People Advisory Services
Ernst & Young LLC
06.2021 - 04.2022
Project Management Associate – Workday HCM
DXC Technologies
03.2020 - 05.2021
Senior Consultant
Alcor Solutions Inc
12.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Consultant
Apex Systems (UVA)
11.2017 - 08.2019
Project Lead
FedEx
03.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Consultant
Wipro (Johnson & Johnson, Dish Networks)
09.2016 - 02.2017
MBA - Finance & Marketing
University of Madras
B.Sc. - Mathematics
University of Madras