Delivery Lead (Canada - Remote)

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This position is open to candidates located anywhere in Canada. Candidates are welcome to work remotely or out of one of our regional offices. 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. . 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 British Columbia/Ontario $110,000 to $135,000 . At Avanade, we advance the world through the power of people and Microsoft. Join us to shape your skills and the future with bold ideas and innovative solutions. Our partnership with Microsoft and Accenture empowers you to unlock your full potential. Working at Avanade offers the chance to build a career path that suits your skills and interests and the freedom to be your authentic self. We are committed to your growth, well-being, and success. This is where passion meets opportunity, technology meets humanity, and every challenge is a chance to make a genuine impact on colleagues, clients, and communities. Together, we do what matters.

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