Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The Project Foundry exists to empower senior business leaders across both public and private sectors by expertly bridging the divide between strategic vision and tangible execution. As a smart alternative to traditional consulting giants, we specialise in driving transformations, fostering digital prowess, and enhancing execution capabilities.Our unwavering dedication aims to enable clients to translate their strategic visions into concrete realities swiftly. Committed to unlocking the fullest potential of organizations and their leaders, we expedite value realisation. Our core motivation lies in prioritising our clients at the forefront of our endeavours, culminating in an unparalleled service delivered by a trusted partner.We are looking for an exceptional Head of Delivery/Delivery Director to join our Professional Services team. This is a key leadership role in the business, working closely with the COO and SLT to develop and expand our Professional Services function. This role requires Governance expertise and someone with hands-on experience delivering large scale Change & Transformation programmes & managing Delivery teams. This role will suit someone who is ready to leverage that experience and their leadership skills to help drive out an exciting growth strategy.Responsible and accountable for the successful delivery of client services and contracted deliverables across Professional Services Change & Transformation engagementsLeadership and management responsibility for Core Delivery Teams (Programme, Project Management, BA & PMO)Develop effective, right sized capability and capacity within each of the above-mentioned teams.Ownership of Professional Services presales engagements including initial requirements definition and high-level solutioning, effectively engaging with clients and internal stakeholdersResponsible for seamless transition/onboarding from Pre Sales to deliveryWork hand in glove with the COO to ensure the Professional Services Target Operating Model is embedded across core delivery teamsResponsible and accountable for Project Foundry’s Delivery Governance Framework and the quality and consistency in standards of sameImplementation and continuous improvement of processes, methodologies and standardized services within DeliveryEffective engagement and stakeholder management across peer group and SLTPlan and manage the day-to-day activities for the core delivery teams ensuring standard operating procedures are documented and adhered to and resources are utilized in line with utilization targetsCoach and mentor team members setting clear goals, objectives and KPI’s aligned to Project Foundry’s overall Vision and StrategyEffectively engage with the Talent team to ensure fit for purpose, high quality associate shortlists across core delivery teams and ownership associate selectionOwnership of right fit team selection for new client engagementsExperience & Skills15+ years of experience in programme management, consulting, and delivery oversight within complex client environments.Deep understanding of programme delivery, PMO, and transformation execution methodologies.Experience shaping and tailoring client centric Change & Transformation engagementsStrong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing P&L and commercial solutionsAbility to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including c-suite and Transformation LeadsStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to address delivery challenges proactively and effectively.Exceptional team leadership and coaching skills, ensuring that all delivery teams are set up for success.Excellent Business Planning skills with the ability to ensure Forecasts and Utilisation levels are effectively managedExperience working within Consulting or Professional services firms.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionConsultingIndustries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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