A US bank is seeking a Director, Delivery Practitioner to join its technology organization.
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Role Overview
The Director, Delivery Practitioner will lead and manage the delivery of complex technology initiatives, ensuring successful execution of strategic programs and projects. This role requires a seasoned professional who can drive delivery excellence while fostering collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale technology programs and projects
- Establish and maintain delivery frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
- Manage cross-functional teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of solutions
- Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria
- Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the delivery lifecycle
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery capabilities and efficiency
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to delivery teams
- Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party delivery partners as needed
- Report on program status, metrics, and outcomes to senior leadership
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in technology delivery, program management, or related roles
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, enterprise-scale technology programs
- Strong knowledge of delivery methodologies including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches
- Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
- Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and drive consensus
- PMP, SAFe, or other relevant certifications preferred
- Experience with delivery management tools and platforms
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in relevant field
- Experience in digital transformation initiatives
- Knowledge of cloud technologies and modern software development practices
- Background in change management and organizational transformation
Compensation: $130,000 – $281,000
Type of Project: Program and Project Management
Work Arrangement: onsite
Work Type: Full-Time
State: Jersey City NJ