Delivery Manager - Project & Program Management

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About the Team:

Project & Programme management services (PPMS) team is an integral part of Global Project & Programme Management (GPMO) practice. PPMS team enables the Programme leadership, with a predictable and efficient project performance management & reporting, and business intelligence to ensure our portfolio of projects are being effectively and efficiently directed, managed, and delivered. The team supports our rapid response methodology, focusing on enhancing programme services capability through our hub office in the Global Technology Centre (GTC), India. This approach brings cost efficiencies and a significantly larger digital and programme management resource pool for the benefit of our clients. We leverage a combined onshore and offshore delivery model for extended workdays, accelerating programme delivery for our clients. Our aspiration is to be the global leader in Programme Management Services, building a future-ready team that is agile and adaptable to every client’s needs.

Job Summary:

The Delivery Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the project control functions for complex and high-stakes projects. This role requires advanced and specialized knowledge and skills to deliver complex assignments and projects. The Delivery Manager will lead client projects or functional teams, manage important resources, navigate complex negotiations, and address high-risk and complex issues. This position serves as a point of reference for peers due to the level of specialization and experience in interpreting client or functional technical issues and recommending best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Project Controls team, aligning project control activities with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.
• Develop and implement project control processes, tools, and best practices to improve project delivery and performance.
• Work closely with senior management and other stakeholders to define project control strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Review of our Key Account Management Plans for all key clients.

Program management:

• Lead the Project/Program team provide a range of Programme and Project Management duties from project inception to completion.
• Provide effective delivery of Project Management services across range of market sectors.
• Be able to guide the preparation and maintenance of all PM aspects incl. but not limited to Project execution plan, or similar management tool, establish review, approval, variation and reporting procedures. Prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval.
• Manage Early Warning Notifications and Compensation Events. Facilitate, set up and manage early warning and risk reduction meetings.
• Prepare a risk management strategy. Prepare and maintain a risk register.
• Issue instructions, on behalf of the Client, to the Professional Team and Contractor in accordance with the terms of their Appointments/the Building Contract.
• Monitor the performance of the Professional Team and the Contractor. Support the PM to report to the Client.
• Prepare and maintain the Programme for the design, procurement and construction of the Project. Monitor actual against planned progress.
• Check applications for payment from the Professional Team, check other invoices related to the Project. Arrange for the preparation and maintenance of cash flow forecasts and other statements monitoring expenditure on the Project.
• Obtain contract drawings and specifications from the Client and the Professional Team. Liaise with the Client’s legal advisers, prepare the contract documents and deliver to the Client and the Contractor for completion.
• Obtain a breakdown of the cost plan from the Contractor consistent with the work package procurement strategy.
• Standardize/ automate/ develop processes and tools to track and analyze the project costs including budgets, commitments, actuals, accruals, forecasts, contingencies analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, lean techniques to drive consistency and efficiencies across projects, programmes and portfolios.
• Proactively support the establishment of programmes and programme management offices (PMOs). Manage programmes of work, often within complex stakeholder environments.
• Manage and deliver aspects of PMO service delivery on behalf of Clients.
• Support and sometimes lead stakeholder engagement across the programme, including senior members of the Clients Team.
• Support the meeting/exceeding KPI’s and SLA’s set for our business.
• Support the Programme Management lead in continually improving our service delivery tool kit and establishing best practice in the Programme community
• Work closely with other members of the Programme Team to create reports, understand the data, create actions and manage them through to completion.

Planning and Scheduling:

• Oversee the development of project schedules, including planning, baseline creation, monitoring, and updating.
• Ensure accurate scheduling practices are in place and that schedules are integrated with cost and resource plans.
• Lead the analysis of schedule variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure project timelines are met.
• Performance Reporting:
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of regular project performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk.
• Ensure effective communication of project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.
• Team Development and Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing project controls team, including planners, schedulers, cost controllers, and risk managers.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment, promoting professional development and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and manage team resources effectively.
• Deliver excellent client service on our commissions through quality assurance and regular client care.
• Unlock talent and develop next generation of leaders.
• Develop mentor and support your teams on project / technical delivery.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project controls processes and systems.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in project delivery.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices, and ensure the organization is leveraging leading-edge project controls methodologies.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project control practices are fully integrated into project planning and execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful project outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Masters/bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in project controls, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Ecosys, MS Project, Earned Value Management).
• Proven experience in large-scale capital projects, infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), AACE’s Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or PMI’s Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) are preferred.

What We Can Offer You:

• Varied, interesting and meaningful work.
• A hybrid working environment with flexibility and great opportunities.
• Opportunities for training and, as the team grows, career progression or sideways moves.
• An opportunity to work within a large global multi-disciplinary consultancy on a mission to change the ways we approach business as usual.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We at AtkinsRéalis are committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Meeting Your Needs:

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Additional Information:

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