Project Execution / Delivery Lead

Korn Ferry Group; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry is seeking a highly independent Project Execution / Delivery Lead to support a critical enterprise initiative in Wilmington, DE. The role focuses on delivery execution, milestones, and executive visibility, requiring strong PM expertise and stakeholder navigation.

Ideal candidates bring 6–8+ years of experience, governance know-how, and a track record of driving complex programs in fast-moving environments, including AI-enabled reporting and cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of project management or project delivery experience.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex initiatives from execution through delivery.
• Experience developing project roadmaps, milestones, delivery plans, status reporting.
• Strong understanding of project governance and execution methodologies.
• Experience creating executive-level presentations and status decks.
• Ability to communicate with leadership and senior stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple teams and manage dependencies.

Responsibilities

• Own project execution activities and drive delivery milestones.
• Provide executive-level visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional dependencies and manage risks.
• Interpret project data from Jira and track delivery metrics.
• Drive collaboration without direct authority in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Project management

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

AI tools usage

Self-starter

Education

PMP certification

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Copilot

Claude

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly independent Project Execution / Delivery Lead to support a critical enterprise initiative within the Arsenal program. This individual will own project execution activities, drive delivery milestones, manage cross-functional dependencies, and provide executive-level visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes.

The role is heavily focused on project delivery and execution rather than product ownership or application development. The successful candidate will be expected to quickly integrate into a fast-moving environment with minimal ramp-up time and immediately begin driving results.

This position requires strong project management expertise, executive communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex enterprise programs while coordinating multiple stakeholders.

Must-Have Qualifications

Project Delivery & Execution

• 6-8+ years of project management or project delivery experience
• Proven ability to manage large, complex initiatives from execution through delivery
• Experience developing:
  • Project roadmaps
  • Milestones
  • Delivery plans
  • Status reporting
• Strong understanding of project governance and execution methodologies

Executive Communication

• Experience creating executive-level presentations and status decks
• Ability to communicate effectively with leadership and senior stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple teams
• Experience managing dependencies, risks, and project transparency
• Ability to drive collaboration without direct authority

Agile / Project Management Methodologies

• Strong understanding of Agile delivery concepts
• Ability to interpret project data from Jira
• Familiarity with delivery metrics and project tracking

AI Tools

• Hands-on experience using:
  • Microsoft Copilot
  • Claude
• Ability to leverage AI tools for project management, reporting, communication, and productivity

Work Style

• Self-starter who requires little to no hand-holding
• Comfortable entering an active project and immediately contributing
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines
• "Smoke jumper" mentality: someone who can quickly step into critical situations and execute

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• PMP certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Financial services industry experience
• Card/Payments domain knowledge
• Prior experience supporting large enterprise transformation programs
• Experience working within highly regulated environments

Note: Certifications and industry knowledge are preferred but not required. Demonstrated delivery success is more important.

Title Project Execution / Delivery Lead

Location Wilmington, DE

Client Industry Fintech

Compensation $50-58/ hr

Ref ID 1690260

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com