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Alexander Lyons Solutions provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Alexander Lyons Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Base pay rangeDirect message the job poster from Alexander Lyons SolutionsThis is an exciting opportunity for a well-established, highly experienced individual with a comprehensive technical and commercial background, who will be responsible for leading our Programme Management function at both an operational and strategic level, reporting directly to the CEO and managing a rapidly growing team in a fast-paced environment. In addition, this role will act as a key senior stakeholder in our Executive Leadership Team.The Programme Director will work with our international client base including China, Singapore, Brazil, Southern and Northern Europe to lead and support the delivery of complex projects and play a fundamental role in contributing and delivering the Companys global strategy.Purpose of the JobTo manage the fulfilment of contractual commitments to its customers whilst developing and maintainingrelationships with customers to deliver the Companys global strategy. The role is responsible for delivery of the overall programme schedule ensuring all customer contracts are delivered on time in the most efficient manner. Reporting into the role, will be a team of end-to-end (E2E) customer project managers/engineers and through a matrix management system they will also have functional Project Managers as part of their team. The team will operate on a global basis, primarily through UK and China.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesResource and Project PlanningProvide input and advice during the sales process on timings, potential project challenges and cost estimationsManage the handover from sales to delivery, establishing the project team requirements and proactively addressing any necessary decisions and changes which have contractual impact with the customer and/or partnersDevelop schedules and plan resources accurately to maintain up to date knowledge of sales and projects pipeline, in order to plan supply chain and project delivery requirementsWork closely with engineering, production and the installation teams to develop and execute project delivery in accordance with agreed timeframes, with continuous improvement of process efficiency through communicating customer feedback internal teamsGlobal Project Management & DeliveryPrepare the strategic plan for the Programme Management Department to ensure the department can scale with the business and deliver a global operation. Participate and lead strategic initiatives as requiredOverall responsibility for projects; including planning, schedules, scope variation and delivery to ensure that company products and associated items are being delivered to the shipyards or clients, ready for final installation and commissioningOversee all the individual departmental project plans to ensure the customer needs can be met and the projects are delivered on time on the most effective mannerFurther develop, implement and monitor professional project management processes and procedures to ensure successful delivery of projectsProactively engage in project delivery activities and being able to influence where change may be requiredand pull on resources as neededResponsible for profit and loss of customer contract delivery and for overall and individual project risk management including regular reporting to senior management and board of directors. Work with Finance to determine project departments profitability and cash flowsOversee communication with the customer and service provider, ensuring that expectations arecarefully managed. Manage project and client escalations to the satisfaction of the company and of clients, as and when requiredEnsure that any contract variations are managed effectively and ensuring a smooth handover at the start and end of all customer contractsDelivery of Project ServicesResponsible for delivery of customer project services including integration design, plan approval, liaising with the customers, yards, classification societies and design houses as appropriate. In close collaboration with Anemoi ChinaManage all services to deliver on time and to achieve company profit marginsCarefully manage contract scope through project delivery, to meet customer expectationsAfter-Sales Support and ServicesEnsure a smooth handover to the after sales manager, taking on board any lessons learnt throughout the project and installation to ensure continuous process improvement for future projects and assisting in any Inservice needs as requiredLine ManagementSupport the recruitment and growth of the team in line with theTrain, coach, mentor and develop team members to upskill them appropriately and to develop their capabilityProactively manage and support all team members in line with company policiesCommon ResponsibilitiesMaintain up to date knowledge of internal operational procedures and policies and comply with the requirementsWork collaboratively with all team membersParticipate fully in company-wide initiativesUndertake other duties as may reasonably be requested by managementCandidate ProfileEducation and BackgroundDegree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering or naval architect discipline, with strong commercial experience in project management, engineering, and management discipline (required).Proven leader with formal project management certificationShip building, equipment and system integration, either from the Owners side or specialist sub-supply industry marine/shipping experience (essential)Knowledge and Experience10+ years proven leadership experienceComprehensive commercial and contractual experienceExperienced Line and matrix managerClient-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships at all levels.Solid project and programme management experienceExtensive experience of delivering complex marine equipment in Asia, utilising an international supply chainExperience of working with design houses and naval architects to deliver structural integration solutions for commercial vesselsExperience of working with European and Asian Classification societies for approvals of innovative technology installationsStrong working network in the shipping and maritime industryProven experience of delivering projects in Chinese and/or Asian shipyards is desirableAttributesStrategic thinker with strong commercial acumenExcellent leadership and communication skillsHighly organized, results-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environmentCross-cultural awareness and ability to influence at executive levelStrong problem-solving ability and attention to detailSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering, Business Development, and Project ManagementReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Alexander Lyons Solutions by 2xGet notified about new Program Director jobs in London Area, United Kingdom.London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoUxbridge, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoExecutive Director & Head, EMEA Client Relationship ManagementLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoOperations Director (Hard FM & Projects)Greater London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoGreater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoDirector of Culinary Innovation and OperationsCity Of London, England, United Kingdom 140,000.00-160,000.00 1 day agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoWoking, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoExecutive Director & Chief Administrative Officer, Investment Management Office of COO EMEALondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoCity Of London, England, United Kingdom 80,000.00-100,000.00 23 hours agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoGreater London, England, United Kingdom 4 days agoDirector, Infrastructure Project FinanceClient Director - Executive Learning SolutionsLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 months agoExecutive Director of Finance and OperationsNon-Executive Director Buildings and FacilitiesGreater London, England, United Kingdom 2 hours agoDirector of Operations - International E-commerceLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoGreater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoExecutive Director of Transformation, King's College LondonLondon, England, United Kingdom 14 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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