Manager of Project Governance and Delivery

Position Overview

The Manager of Project Governance and Delivery is responsible for establishing and maintaining project management best practices, governance structures, and execution standards to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget. This role oversees the governance of project portfolios, enforces process discipline, and collaborates closely with stakeholders to drive project performance, risk management, and financial accountability.

The Manager of Project Governance and Delivery works cross-functionally with project managers, operational leaders, and executives to ensure that projects align with the company’s strategic objectives and contribute to business growth and profitability. This role reports to the Chief Execution Officer (CXO) and plays a critical part in optimizing project execution at scale.

Key Responsibilities 1. Project Governance & Standards

• Establish and enforce project governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistency and accountability.
• Develop standardized project management templates, tools, and workflows to streamline execution.
• Ensure all projects comply with budgeting, reporting, and quality assurance requirements.
• Define and monitor key project performance metrics (KPIs), including on-time delivery and budget adherence.

2. Project Execution & Portfolio Oversight

• Manage the company’s project portfolio, ensuring resource alignment and risk mitigation.
• Work with Project Managers, COO, and CIO to track project progress and proactively resolve bottlenecks.
• Ensure that project timelines, scope, and budgets are maintained across all execution teams.
• Implement real-time project tracking and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into project performance.

3. Risk & Financial Management

• Identify and mitigate project risks to minimize cost overruns and execution delays.
• Ensure project financials align with company profitability goals and optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with Finance to monitor project budgets, forecast costs, and track return on investment (ROI).
• Develop strategies for improving project efficiency and reducing waste, ensuring cost-effectiveness.

4. Stakeholder Communication & Leadership

• Act as the primary liaison between executives, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment.
• Present regular project status updates and risk reports to leadership, identifying corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a culture of accountability and high performance across project management teams.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration between departments to ensure project priorities align with business needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2 years of experience in Accounting, project management, governance, or PMO leadership in a mid-to-large organization.
• Strong knowledge of project management frameworks (Agile, PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent).
• Experience in portfolio management, financial tracking, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to drive process improvements and implement scalable project execution methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.