Associate Director, Delivery (Engineering)

Dept Holding B.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

DEPT® is seeking an Associate Director, Delivery (Engineering) to lead the successful execution of high-value digital experiences across web, product, and brand engagements. You will partner with cross-functional teams, manage budgets up to $1M+, and advocate for process excellence to deliver outstanding work.

You’ll operate as a central liaison between teams and clients, driving structured planning, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication to maintain momentum and quality.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of digital project or program management.
• Experience managing single projects with budgets of $1M+ end-to-end.
• Deep understanding of UX/UI workflows and design systems.
• Familiarity with agile, waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
• Proficient in Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, and G Suite.
• Strong financial awareness and budgeting/reporting skills.
• Excellent time management and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage mid-sized to large-scale digital projects with budgets typically ranging from $500K to $1M+ across websites, platforms, content, ecommerce, CMS, and campaigns.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resourcing plans with cross-functional teams.
• Drive end-to-end execution, ensuring on-time, on-brief, within-budget delivery.
• Identify risks, resolve blockers, and escalate issues proactively.
• Monitor and manage project financials including estimates, actuals, ETC, and EAC.
• Champion process improvements and collaboration across teams to evolve delivery workflows.

Skills

Digital project management

Budget management

UX/UI workflows

Agile/Waterfall

Jira/Confluence

G Suite proficiency

Cross-functional communication

Execution-driven

Tools

Smartsheet

Jira

Confluence

G Suite

Job description

Associate Director, Delivery (Engineering)

Associate Director, Delivery (Engineering)

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

THE ROLE:

The Associate Directory, Delivery is a critical contributor within the DEPT® Delivery team — responsible for managing the successful execution of high-value digital experiences and projects across web, product, and brand engagements. You’ll work cross-functionally to bring ideas to life, turning strategic direction into high-quality, on-time delivery.

This role requires a strong sense of ownership, comfort with complexity, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across timelines, disciplines, and workflows. You will act as a central liaison between internal teams and clients, advocating for both process efficiency and creative excellence.

You are fluent in the tools, methods, and mindsets of digital production — and energized by building great work through strong collaboration, structured planning, and proactive problem-solving.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

This role requires a proven track record of best-in-class delivery, and you’ll be expected to manage a variety of tasks and projects, including:

• Manage mid-sized to large-scale digital projects with budgets typically ranging from $500K to $1M+, across websites, digital platforms, content, ecommerce , CMS, and campaign initiatives.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resourcing plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Drive end-to‑end execution, from kick-off to delivery, ensuring work is delivered on time, on brief, and within budget.
• Identify risks, resolve blockers, and elevate challenges early with solution‑oriented thinking.
• Monitor and manage project financials including estimates, actuals, ETC (Estimate to Complete), and EAC (Estimate at Completion).
• Anticipate risks and blockers; proactively resolve issues or escal
• Process Improvement & Team Collaboration:
• Identify opportunities to streamline project workflows and reduce operational friction.
• Collaborate with internal teams to evolve delivery processes, templates, and ways of working.
• Support the integration of new tools or practices that improve efficiency and cross‑discipline collaboration.
• Champion consistency in documentation, QA, and project standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations:
• Serve as a key client point of contact on day‑to‑day delivery needs — communicating clearly, managing expectations, and keeping momentum.
• Prepare agendas, run project meetings, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
• Document decisions, action items, and next steps with clarity and follow‑through.
• Build strong working relationships across departments to keep work flowing smoothly and transparently.
• Contribute to internal discussions around delivery improvement, workflow evolution, and team enablement.
• Maintain a strong sense of accountability and “managing across” with peers and adjacent roles.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Experience & Skills

• 5-7 years of experience in digital project or program management, with ownership over large engagements or multi‑track workstreams.
• Experience managing single projects with budgets of $1M+ from end to end.
• Deep understanding of UX/UI workflows, design systems, and digital build processes.
• Familiarity with agile, waterfall, and hybrid approaches (e.g., Scrumfall).
• Proficient in Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, and G Suite — and comfortable adopting new tools as needed.
• Strong financial awareness and experience managing estimates, tracking budgets, and reporting on profitability.
• Excellent time management and communication skills in cross‑functional environments.
• Execution‑Driven – You’re focused on getting the work done right, on time, and with precision.
• Process‑Mindful – You love structure and understand how process unlocks great creative.
• Collaborative – You’re a great communicator who builds trust across disciplines.
• Detail‑Oriented – You have a keen eye for clarity, consistency, and quality.
• Proactive – You anticipate challenges and solve problems before they escal
• Growth‑Oriented – You’re always looking to improve how you work and help others do the same.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is at its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

We are a B Corp‑certified company passionate about purpose‑driven work . Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world, and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end‑to‑end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40‑hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we’re flexible.

US Remote Range

$96,200 — $118,000 USD

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