Are you a seasoned and visionary leader with a track record of successfully delivering large and complex projects and programmes? We have an exceptional opportunity for you to join Avanade as a Delivery Management Director. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, management, and successful delivery of strategic projects, driving customer satisfaction and growth.
As the Delivery Management Director, you will take charge of leading our most critical and complex projects and programmes, with full accountability of delivery you will be responsible for nurturing and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure delivery excellence and client satisfaction are achieved. Adhering to schedule, budget and quality benchmarks are expected. Your role will be instrumental in growing our clients and supporting both theirs and our growth. Making you an integral part of Avanade's 5-year growth strategy and transformation programme. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to provide mentorship and technical expertise to our talented colleagues.Together we do what matters.
1. Profound understanding of contract terms and interpretation, coupled with excellent customer expectations management skills
2. Proven experience employing key Project/Program Management disciplines, ensuring effective estimation, work planning, and scope management
3. Proficiency in project management methods, tools, and techniques, complemented by a working knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies and In-depth expertise in Microsoft Project and Azure DevOps (ADO), enabling precise project tracking and control.
4. Good knowledge of Earned Value reporting, contributing to sound financial decision-making.
5. Strong people management abilities, including team leadership and mentorship.
6. Experience in the Retail or Hospitality sector would be advantageous.
7. While not required, having a Project Management Institute (PMI) PMP or PgM certification and a Bachelor's degree in a business or technology-related field will be advantageous. We value a blend of expertise and educational background to drive innovation and excellence in our projects.
8. Ideal candidates have very strong project management experience in an IT and consulting environment, particularly for global external clients. Additionally, they should possess strong direct people management experience for on and offshore resources, enabling them to lead and mentor effectively.
Characteristics that can spell success for this role
9. Consultative, collaborative, relationship builder
10. A strong team player and problem solver
11. Demonstrated ability to think systematically and logically, effectively solving complex problems
12. Resilient, adaptable, flexible
13. Intellectually curious and passionate about tech
14. Convincing storyteller and engaging content creator
15. Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to ensure effective collaboration and negotiation
16. Results-oriented mindset, with an ability to drive change in an unstructured environment
17. Have delivery accountability of contracted solutions at the programme level, ensuring adherence to deal economics, schedule, and quality standards.
18. Lead a team consisting of Delivery Managers and Service Delivery Managers supporting them with engaging with stakeholders to understand and achieve their goals, address any misalignments, and exceed expectations through effective program management
19. Effectively managing overall project/programme risks, making critical adjustments as necessary and gaining buy-in from senior management for key project plans.
20. Overseeing and driving the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive project work plans.
21. Accountability of the traceability of project requirements throughout the project life cycle.
22. Providing strategic direction for all change management activities and supporting clients in their change enablement processes
23. Seek out growth opportunities for the account, the client, the team and our people.
24. Mentoring and developing team members, providing oversight to the management of relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
25. Demonstrate your client communication skills at all levels, including executive level, with consideration for different cultures and first languages
26. Be the escalation point for delivery issues taking a hands-on approach where necessary to course correct troublesome projects
27. Ensure consistent programme governance is in place, attend and contribute in steering meetings and project progress updates.
28. Manage the expectations of the Client and the teams
Manage the sales process:oReview staffing proposals to ensure they have the right skills and capability oEnsure deliverables and work products are achievable oDraft or review contracts ensuring scope, dependencies and risks can be managedoReview the solution to confirm it can be delivered within the budget availableSome of the best things about working at Avanade
29. Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
30. Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
31. Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth
32. Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you
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