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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated Lead Delivery Manager to oversee the successful delivery of complex projects and programs across multiple teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, agile methodologies, and stakeholder engagement. As a Lead Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, designers, and business stakeholders, to align project goals with business objectives.
In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, while managing risks, dependencies, and resources. You will also be responsible for mentoring and guiding delivery teams, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your ability to communicate effectively, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts will be critical to your success.
Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining delivery roadmaps, tracking progress against milestones, and reporting on project status to senior leadership. You will also facilitate agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, to ensure team alignment and productivity. Additionally, you will identify and implement process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects in a fast-paced environment, excellent leadership and organizational skills, and a deep understanding of agile and lean principles. If you are passionate about driving successful project outcomes and leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead the planning and execution of complex projects
- Manage cross-functional delivery teams
- Ensure timely and high-quality project delivery
- Facilitate agile ceremonies and team collaboration
- Track project progress and report to stakeholders
- Identify and mitigate project risks and issues
- Align project goals with business objectives
- Mentor and support team members
- Promote continuous improvement and best practices
- Manage stakeholder expectations and communication
- Coordinate dependencies across teams and departments
- Implement process improvements for delivery efficiency
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a Delivery Manager or similar role
- Strong knowledge of agile and lean methodologies
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Experience in stakeholder management
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification is a plus
- Experience in software development or IT projects
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience managing cross-functional teams?
- How do you ensure timely delivery of complex projects?
- What agile methodologies are you most familiar with?
- How do you handle project risks and issues?
- Can you give an example of a successful project you led?
- How do you manage stakeholder expectations?
- What tools do you use for project tracking and reporting?
- How do you promote continuous improvement within your team?
- Describe a time you resolved a conflict within a project team.
- What is your approach to mentoring junior team members?
