We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Delivery Lead to oversee and drive the successful execution of a portfolio of complex technical projects and programs.The Delivery Lead will be instrumental in ensuring that our technical teams consistently deliver high-quality solutions on time, within budget, and to the required specifications.This role demands a strong blend of technical acumen, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven ability to mentor technical project / program managers, optimize delivery processes, and strategically navigate cross-functional dependencies.The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, an outstanding communicator, and a champion for continuous improvement in a fast-paced, evolving technical environment.Responsibilities :
Portfolio Oversight & Strategic Planning : .
- Lead and manage a portfolio of technical projects and programs, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, product, and engineering teams to define project priorities, resource allocation, and delivery roadmaps for your assigned portfolio.
- Identify and proactively address inter-project / program dependencies, ensuring seamless integration and efficient delivery across the portfolio.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and definition of technical initiatives, translating high-level goals into actionable delivery plans.
Technical Delivery Excellence :
- Drive the adoption and continuous improvement of agile and technical project management methodologies within your delivery teams.
- Ensure adherence to established engineering best practices, coding standards, architectural guidelines, and quality assurance processes across all projects.
- Provide guidance and technical oversight to project teams, helping them navigate complex technical challenges and make sound architectural decisions.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for delivery, analyzing trends and implementing corrective actions to optimize throughput and quality.
Team Leadership & Mentorship :
- Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Technical Project Managers (TPMs), fostering their professional growth and enhancing their delivery capabilities.
- Conduct regular performance reviews for TPMs, providing constructive feedback and identifying development opportunities.
- Build a collaborative and high-performing delivery culture, promoting knowledge sharing, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Assist in the recruitment and onboarding of new project management talent.
Risk, Issue & Stakeholder Management :
- Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks and issues at a program and portfolio level, developing comprehensive mitigation strategies.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for critical project blockers and challenges, driving timely resolution and engaging necessary stakeholders.
- Cultivate strong relationships with all key stakeholders, including engineering leads, product owners, senior management, and external partners, managing their expectations effectively.
- Facilitate transparent and timely communication on project and program status, risks, and achievements to all relevant audiences, including executive leadership.
Process Optimization & Reporting :
- Champion initiatives for process improvement within the delivery function, identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and predictability.
- Ensure consistent and accurate project documentation and reporting standards are maintained across the portfolio.
- Collaborate with finance to monitor program budgets and expenses, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
- Must Haves : Should have implemented End to End EAM systems minimum of two Especially IBM Maximo or Similar
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