Head of Strategic Project Delivery

<p>Are you motivated by ensuring planning and high quality delivery of global projects? Would you like to have an impact on our strategy execution? Are you passionate about people leadership?</p><p>If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join Business Transformation as our new Head of Strategic Project Delivery and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.</p><p><strong>Your new role </strong></p><p>As our new Head of Strategic Project Delivery, you will be responsible for ensuring the planning and execution of a pipeline of the most important strategic project in Ramboll.  </p><p>Your key responsibilities will be: </p><ul><li><p>Manage and allocate resources across projects according to portfolio priorities, schedules, and budgets. This also include managing the department's resource capacity overview and project pipeline. </p></li><li><p>Ensure successful execution of projects and programmes, so they are delivered on time, in accordance with agreed scope and quality, and within budget. Oversee risk management in relation to this. </p></li><li><p>Lead employees in the Strategic Project Delivery department in accordance with our Leadership Principles </p></li><li><p>Take ownership of project governance, standardized project methodologies and best practice knowledge sharing. </p></li><li><p>Establish and manage a good working relationship with senior stakeholders and colleagues across Ramboll. </p></li><li><p>Drive cohesion and knowledge sharing efforts in the department. </p></li><li><p>Report and present project progress, risk management and project results to relevant stakeholders, steering committees and the Group Leadership Team on a regular basis.  </p></li><li><p>Have a direct role in selected, prioritised projects as required. </p></li></ul><p><strong>Your new team </strong></p><p>You will report to the Group Director, Business Transformation, and you will become part of a global function whose ambition is to is to implement holistic operational processes, tools, and governance in Ramboll that enable efficient global collaboration toward client goals. We are a function that values diversity, collaboration, and engagement, and we have a reputation as a great place to work. You will become part of a strong leadership team that works closely with the Group Leadership Team and have a solid foundation to have an impact on our strategy execution. </p><p><strong>About you  </strong></p><p>From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.  </p><p>These include:  </p><ul><li><p>Significant experience and a proven track record within project and programme management in a large organization</p></li><li><p>Able and passionate about people leadership and working with people development  </p></li><li><p>Great communication and stakeholder management skills </p></li><li><p>Excellent English skills </p></li><li><p>Relevant educational background </p></li><li><p>You have an inclusive leadership style, and you enjoy setting the direction, leading from the front and inspiring and empowering others to deliver high performance</p></li></ul><p><strong>What we can offer you </strong></p><ul><li><p>Flexible work environment  </p></li><li><p>Investment in your development </p></li><li><p>Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles </p></li><li><p>Be valued for the unique person you are  </p></li><li><p>Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects </p></li><li><p>The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company </p></li></ul><p><strong>Work at the heart of sustainable change </strong></p><p>Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. </p><p><strong>Ready to join us? </strong></p><p>Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.  </p><p>Deadline: 15/01/2024 </p><p>Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.</p><p><strong>About Ramboll </strong></p><p>Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow. </p><p><strong>Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do </strong></p><p>We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process. </p><p> </p><p>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p>