Delivery Director

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Delivery Director to spearhead operational excellence in the utilities sector. This pivotal role involves leading a large team, managing transformation projects, and ensuring top-notch customer engagement. With a strong focus on driving efficiencies and compliance, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of utilities delivery operations. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working flexibility, and opportunities for personal growth. If you are a strategic leader with a consultancy background and a passion for transformation, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

6% Employer Pension Contribution

Full Life Assurance

Comprehensive Private Health Insurance

Support for Personal Growth Projects

Hybrid Working Flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles within the utilities sector.
• Strong ability to manage large teams and drive operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation projects to enhance Planning & Scheduling processes.
• Oversee Control Room operations and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Engagement

Operational Excellence

Data Analysis

Project Management

Transformation Management

Education

Consultancy Background

Experience in Utilities Sector

Tools

Agile Methodology

Waterfall Methodology

PMI Framework

Job description

Delivery Director - Utilities | Circa. £130,000 + Excellent Benefits | Hybrid (London & Midlands)
Are you a strategic leader with a consultancy background, experienced in Water, Gas, or Energy? Do you thrive in transformational environments, managing large teams and delivering managed service solutions? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role in the utilities sector.

The Role
Following a major transformation and rapid team growth over the past year, we're looking for a dynamic Delivery Director to drive operational excellence and continued improvement. You will be responsible for overseeing Scheduling, Streetworks Administration, Data Management, and Control Room operations, ensuring seamless service delivery while maintaining strong customer engagement and regulatory compliance.

Reporting directly to the Director of Transition & Regulation, you will lead a team of circa 100 people, with around 5 direct reports. You must be comfortable working in an evolving landscape, managing transformation projects, and adapting to change.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the transformation of Planning & Scheduling, optimising processes and systems for maximum efficiency.
2. Oversee Control Room operations, expanding its scope to cover all network activities.
3. Manage the Data Collation team, ensuring compliance with regulatory digitisation standards.
4. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local authorities to secure Streetworks permitting.
5. Provide strong leadership to circa 100 employees, with around 5 direct reports.
6. Drive customer engagement strategies, ensuring outstanding service delivery within a managed service package environment.
7. Manage and adapt to ongoing transformation projects, ensuring smooth operational transitions.

What We're Looking For

1. Consultancy background with experience delivering managed service projects in the utilities sector.
2. Strong customer engagement skills, ensuring service excellence and long-term client relationships.
3. Extensive experience in senior leadership, with a track record of driving operational excellence.
4. Strong commercial acumen, using data analysis to drive business performance and efficiencies.
5. Experience in the Water, Gas, or Energy industry, with an understanding of regulations and best practices.
6. Expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and PMI frameworks.
7. Ability to lead through change, managing transformation projects effectively.

Hybrid Working & Travel

1. Primarily based across two London locations.
2. Occasional visits to an office in the Midlands.
3. Some home working flexibility.

What's in It for You?

1. Salary up to £130,000
2. 6% employer pension contribution
3. Full life assurance
4. Comprehensive private health insurance
5. Hybrid working flexibility
6. Support for a personal growth project of your choosing, helping you develop professionally and personally.
7. A career-defining opportunity to shape utilities delivery operations within a leading industry organisation.

If you have the consultancy expertise, leadership skills, and adaptability to manage large-scale transformation, apply today and make a lasting impact in the utilities sector!