About the Role
We are working with a leading transport organisation based in East London to recruit a Director of Project Delivery. This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping and delivering a diverse portfolio of strategic and operational projects that are critical to the organisation’s growth and performance.
You will play a central role in ensuring projects are aligned with business objectives, delivered efficiently, and generate measurable value. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will drive high standards of execution and continuous improvement across all project activity.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivery targets
- Evaluate ongoing programmes and recommend adjustments to maximise impact and efficiency
- Set project priorities based on risk, resources, and business value
- Track progress across multiple initiatives, identifying potential risks or delays and implementing solutions proactively
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering accountability and collaboration
- Act as the key link between senior leadership and project teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment
- Establish and maintain strong governance frameworks, including approvals, controls, and delivery standards
- Oversee relationships with contractors, suppliers, and delivery partners, ensuring performance and compliance
- Work closely with Finance and Operations to ensure effective resource planning and budget management
- Champion best practice in project delivery, using insights and data to continuously improve processes
About You
- Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline such as Project Management, Engineering, Transport Operations, Business Administration, or Construction Management (preferred)
- Significant experience (typically 6+ years) delivering complex programmes or projects, ideally within transport, infrastructure, maritime, or the public sector
- Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives
- Strong experience managing contractors and external partners, including performance and dispute resolution
- Skilled in recognised project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, Agile or similar)
- Demonstrated experience managing capital project budgets exceeding £5m
- Able to translate strategic objectives into clear, actionable delivery plans
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical and organisational capability
- Strategic thinker with the ability to operate effectively in complex or evolving environments
- Confident influencing stakeholders at all levels
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on results
- Resilient under pressure with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Location & Travel
- Based at the company’s Head Office in East London
- Hybrid working pattern with one day per week from home
- Occasional travel within London may be required
Benefits
- Circa £85k
- Travel discounts.
- Private healthcare
If you’re an experienced project delivery leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic transport environment, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a high-profile and influential role.
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