Strategic Project Director

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom ENGINEERINGUK Full time

Job Overview

As a Senior Engagement Manager at EngineeringUK, you will play a pivotal role in leading large-scale, complex projects that integrate multiple work streams. Your responsibilities will include serving as the bridge between cross-functional teams and customer executive teams, providing high-level briefings to Senior Vice Presidents and Vice Presidents. Your role is crucial in ensuring the strategic alignment and success of our projects.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Project Strategy and Leadership:
    Define and manage complex project workstreams across multiple strategic opportunities, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Develop and implement risk management plans to mitigate project risks and demand plans to ensure smooth project execution.
  2. Executive Communication and Reporting:
    Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and materials to Senior Vice Presidents and Vice Presidents, ensuring clarity and alignment with business objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders and internal teams, maintaining continuous communication and transparency throughout project lifecycles.
  3. Stakeholder Engagement and Team Collaboration:
    Foster strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to ensure alignment and support for project initiatives. Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to project teams, enhancing their capabilities and ensuring high performance.
  4. Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
    Continuously evaluate project processes and outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and innovation. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technological advancements to incorporate best practices into project management.
  5. Accountability and Success Metrics:
    Take full responsibility for the engagement's success, tracking performance metrics and adjusting strategies as necessary to meet business objectives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager or in a similar leadership role in a technology-focused environment.
  • 7+ years of leadership in technical product or program management, with the ability to guide strategic initiatives.
  • 5+ years of experience managing large-scale, cross-functional projects, including building sustainable processes and coordinating complex schedules.
  • Experience with project management disciplines, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and critical path management.

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