Senior Delivery Lead/Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Telecom sector is looking for a Senior Delivery Manager/Lead. This is a contract role for 6 months.

POSITION INFO:
Senior Delivery Manager
Senior delivery managers, also known as lead or principal delivery managers, have significant experience in delivery management. They lead complicated and high-risk projects, drawing from their vast experience to guide multiple teams towards successful outcomes. Their role spans strategy, expectation management and team development. Here's more information about this position:

Their responsibilities may include the following:

• Overseeing complex project delivery: They manage the delivery of high-risk products and services, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Coaching less experienced managers: They share their expertise with other team members, nurturing their growth and development.
• Engaging with senior management: They maintain open lines of communication with high-level interested parties, effectively advocating for their team.
• Providing strategic direction: They contribute to strategic decision-making, steering the direction of product and service delivery.

• Advanced commercial and financial acumen: They're proficient in overseeing the commercial and financial aspects of high-risk projects.
• Leadership and mentorship skills: Their strong leadership creates a more effective and engaging learning environment for less experienced team members.
• Communication: They're adept at effectively communicating and negotiating with senior-level management.

• Extensive delivery management experience: Their role requires a deep understanding of delivery management gained from years of experience in the field.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects: They have a track record of successfully managing high-risk projects and multiple teams.
• Effective expectation management skills: They've demonstrated their ability to manage expectations, ensuring their deliveries meet the goals and requirements of interested parties.
• Relevant certifications: The Management of Risk certification, which emphasises risk management in projects, and the Certified SAFe® Program Consultant, can be beneficial.