Portfolio Delivery Director: Strategic IT & Delivery

Clearwater People Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a Head of Portfolio Delivery in the United Kingdom to oversee a portfolio of projects. This leadership role involves developing project delivery strategies, managing resource allocation, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in IT services, a proven track record overseeing software development projects, and strong interpersonal skills. This position reports to the CTO and plays a critical role in ensuring project success.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in managing significant IT services.
• Experience delivering technology change through 3rd party providers.
• Proven track record managing complex software development projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management practices.
• Exceptional leadership skills to engage at all levels.
• Strong communication skills to translate complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project delivery strategies.
• Lead planning and resource allocation for teams.
• Manage and mentor a team of functional leads.
• Supervise complex software development projects.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Champion continuous improvement in processes.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Job description

A technology services company is seeking a Head of Portfolio Delivery in the United Kingdom to oversee a portfolio of projects. This leadership role involves developing project delivery strategies, managing resource allocation, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in IT services, a proven track record overseeing software development projects, and strong interpersonal skills. This position reports to the CTO and plays a critical role in ensuring project success.