Delivery Principal

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Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, Out Systems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

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The Delivery Principal is a key leadership role responsible for the successful delivery of projects and driving growth within a client account. This role oversees the delivery of complex solutions and services, including application modernisation and digital transformation initiatives, leveraging cloud technologies (Azure, AWS). The Delivery Principal works closely with cross‑functional teams and clients to ensure the highest standards of governance, quality, and client satisfaction throughout the lifecycle of large and complex projects, and plays a critical role in revenue forecasting and financial tracking.

The role also includes line‑management responsibilities and requires a deep understanding of both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies to drive continuous delivery and improve project outcomes.

• Successful Delivery Management
  • Lead and oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of complex projects within the Private Sector.
  • Ensure effective governance, quality standards, and metrics for successful outcomes.
  • Drive digital transformation solutions focusing on application modernisation, cloud adoption, and service/product/platform delivery.
• Account Growth and Development
  • Partner with clients to drive account growth through successful project delivery and by identifying new opportunities.
  • Drive business development activities, including presales, written bid responses, and formal client presentations.
  • Develop and nurture client relationships for long‑term partnerships and repeat business.
• Revenue Forecasting and Financial Management
  • Own the revenue forecasting process for accounts with accurate and timely projections.
  • Track actual project performance against forecast and address discrepancies.
  • Develop and implement Plan B to close gaps when actuals fall behind forecast.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration
  • Work as part of a cross‑functional team and coordinate multi‑supplier engagements.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead, motivate, and empower large delivery teams to perform at their best.
  • Support development through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Client Communication and Negotiation
  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic guidance.
  • Negotiate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Solution Delivery Excellence
  • Apply user research and design thinking disciplines to meet user needs.
  • Continuously monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Agile and Waterfall Delivery Approach
  • Leverage knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall to guide teams in selecting best approach.
  • Lead with Agile practices for iterative progress, or Waterfall for structured delivery as appropriate.
  • Ensure appropriate practices are applied at right stages of each project.

• Leadership – lead large, diverse teams with an inclusive culture.
• Client‑Centric – understand & meet client needs, build long‑term relationships.
• Strategic Thinking – manage complex projects and identify growth opportunities.
• Financial Acumen – drive forecasting, manage budgets, take corrective action.
• Delivery Excellence – commit to high…