Director IT Project and Delivery

Job Title: Director IT Project and Change Delivery

Job : 87873

Location: Shelton, Connecticut

• Lead the global Change & Projects function, overseeing the portfolio of IT programs, projects, and change initiatives in alignment with strategic priorities.
• Personally lead and deliver selected large‑scale, high‑impact projects, such as carve‑outs, integrations, and SAP‑related initiatives.
• Serve as a member of the global IT leadership team, contributing to and providing inputs on the overall IT strategy, planning, and organizational development.
• Provide direct management, coaching, and development of the global team of IT Project Managers.
• Ensure rigorous financial management of the project portfolio, including budget planning, cost control, and transparent reporting.
• Govern the full lifecycle of programs and projects, including initiation, business case building (ROI model development), planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Ensure vendor and partner collaboration supports program delivery and integration success.
• Establish and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks that balance agility with control.
• Oversee program and project interdependencies, risks, and issues, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Align closely with IT Architecture and other IT functions to ensure coherence and sustainability across the technology landscape.
• Provide transparent reporting and communication on project performance and progress to senior business and IT stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in project and change management capability, enhancing maturity, predictability, and resilience.

• 108+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in senior project and change management roles.
• Demonstrated success in personally leading and delivering complex, enterprise‑scale projects, including carve‑outs, integrations, divestitures, or SAP‑enabled transformations.
• Demonstrated ability to balance hands‑on execution with process governance and portfolio oversight.
• Strong knowledge of SAP‑centric enterprise system landscapes and their integration with surrounding applications.
• Significant experience in managing large project and change budgets with effective cost control.
• Expertise in governance, portfolio management, and structured delivery disciplines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across executive and operational levels.
• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related discipline.