Program and Delivery director role

2 weeks ago

Englewood CO United States Cognizant Full time

Program and Delivery director role (On Site)

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Delivery Manager and Program Director to lead and manage large, complex programs primarily in communications & media domain. The successful candidate will have over 16 years of experience, demonstrating expertise in client stakeholder management, program execution, and the successful delivery of transformative and maintenance programs. This role involves working closely with global teams and stakeholders, ensuring the seamless integration and execution of IT, infrastructure, and operations programs.


Location: Englewood - CO USA (On Site)


Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Program Leadership: Lead and direct large-scale, multi-year programs, including application development, infrastructure management, and operations across multiple programs.
  • Client Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders in the US and Europe, ensuring alignment with their business objectives and goals.
  • Team Building and Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor high-performance teams across geographies
  • Process Improvement: Drive process transformation and efficiencies by implementing agile practices, achieving significant cost reductions and operational improvements.
  • Operational Excellence: Oversee the steady-state operations, ensuring SLA compliance, on-time project delivery, and consistent improvement in delivery quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Technology Leadership: Provide strategic direction and oversight for the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, including Cloud, DevOps, Java/J2EE, Legacy Modernization and Automation.
  • Business Development: Support sales teams in account expansion, contributing to new business opportunities and evolving service offerings.
  • Financial Acumen: Manage large deal budgets and financials, ensuring profitability, cost-effectiveness, and delivering value to clients.
  • Change Management: Lead organizational change management initiatives, driving cultural and operational shifts that align with strategic business goals.


Required Qualifications :

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar educational background.
  • Experience: 16+ years overall experience in IT services, with a focus on delivery management and program leadership primarily in communications & media domains.
  • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in a wide range of technologies, including Java/J2EE, Cloud platforms, DevOps and legacy technology modernization.


Nice to have skills :

  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
  • Proven track record in managing large-scale, complex IT programs.
  • Excellent communications skills & client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to drive operational excellence and process improvements.
  • Financial acumen and experience managing large budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Ability to work across global teams and manage cross-functional initiatives.


Applications will be accepted until September 15th, 2024.


The annual salary for this position is between $113K - $224K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.


This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.


Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan


Disclaimer: Benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.


Why Choose Cognizant?

It takes a lot to succeed in today's fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams. We stand out because we put human experiences at the core.


Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical trainings to keep your skills fresh and have opportunities to obtain certifications on the newest technologies.

If you're comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you


About Cognizant
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. Headquartered in the U.S, Cognizant demonstrates a highly flexible business model, a detailed global delivery network, and deep domain expertise to deliver to a long list of outstanding companies that are leaders in their own space.


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