Manager, Delivery Lead

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Delivery Lead to manage medium to large-scale consulting and software application development projects within a global enterprise environment. This role requires a strong blend of consulting expertise, client-facing skills, and technical delivery leadership. You will be accountable for the successful execution of complex programs, ensuring quality outcomes, customer satisfaction, and alignment with business objectives.

As a Delivery Lead, you will also contribute to sales pursuits, solution planning, and deal shaping, while mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

Within a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will:

Lead Program Delivery: Drive the delivery of contracted solutions – including software application consulting and development at the agreed terms, economics, schedule, and quality standards.
Risk & Change Management: Identify and manage program risks, secure senior management buy-in for critical plans and changes, and provide strategic direction for change enablement activities.
Project Governance: Develop and maintain project work plans, including schedule, effort, and cost estimates. Ensure accurate requirements traceability throughout the lifecycle.
Stakeholder Engagement: Understand client goals and expectations, address misalignments, and maintain proactive communication to ensure satisfaction.
Team Leadership: Provide leadership across software development teams and consulting resources, including onshore, offshore, and nearshore teams. Mentor and develop team members, fostering career growth.
Sales Support: Participate in key sales pursuits, contributing to solution planning and shaping deals that deliver business value.
Governance Strategy: Define and implement control structures to ensure desired outcomes across projects and programs.

Qualifications

Experience:

10+ years in project and service management within consulting and technology environments.
5+ years of client stakeholder management and direct people leadership experience, including managing software development teams.

Expertise:

Strong understanding of contract terms and interpretation.
Proficiency in core project/program management disciplines (estimating, planning, scope management, user acceptance, etc.).
Hands-on experience with modern project management methods, tools, and techniques.

Soft Skills:

Client-oriented mindset with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead teams and mentor individuals for career growth.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or PMI certification (PMP or PgMP) preferred but not required.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Technology related field (or equivalent)

Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position.

The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role.

It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.

See more information on our benefits here: Canada Employee Benefits | Avanade

Role Location Annual Salary Range

British Columbia/Ontario $96,000 to $170,000

Additional Information

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About Avanade

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look!

Create a future for our people that focuses on

• Expanding your thinking • Experimenting courageously • Learning and pivoting

Inspire greatness in our people by

• Empowering every voice • Encouraging boldness • Celebrating progress

Accelerate the impact of our people by

• Amazing the client • Prioritizing what matters • Acting as one

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.

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