Delivery Manager - Smart Utility Industry

We are representing a rapidly scaling technology innovator specializing in Smart Grid and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) solutions. With a proven track record of empowering utility companies through cutting-edge digital platforms, our Client is seeking experienced professionals to support and lead mission-critical energy infrastructure projects across the region.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the full lifecycle of infrastructure, IT, or service transformation projects within the utility sector-covering initiatives such as smart metering, grid upgrades, and digital customer platforms.

- Manage cross-functional collaboration among internal teams (engineering, operations, IT) and external vendors to ensure smooth project delivery.

- Serve as the main liaison between clients and internal stakeholders, aligning on scope, schedules, key milestones, and performance indicators.

- Track project budgets, timelines, risks, and resource allocation; proactively implement corrective actions as needed.

- Ensure all project activities adhere to industry regulations, environmental guidelines, and health and safety standards.

- Prepare and maintain clear documentation, reporting tools, and dashboards for leadership oversight.

- Promote ongoing improvements in delivery practices whether Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches to boost execution efficiency.

- Facilitate change management, user training, and operational handovers during project rollout phases.

Requirements:

- A Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline is required; a Masters degree is a plus.

- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project or delivery management, ideally within the utilities or energy sector.

- Demonstrated success leading complex, large-scale initiatives such as SCADA systems, AMI deployments, or CRM platform upgrades from planning through execution.

- Solid understanding of utility industry regulations, customer service operations, and emerging technologies like IoT, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.

- Excellent leadership, stakeholder communication, and negotiation capabilities.

- Skilled in using project management platforms (e.g., MS Project, Jira, SAP) and applying recognized frameworks (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile).