> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1918801-it-project-delivery-director](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1918801-it-project-delivery-director). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Project Delivery Director - **Company:** Kennesaw State University - **Location:** Kennesaw, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Microsoft Office, Information Technology - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.chronicle.com/apply/38020011/it-project-delivery-director?LinkSource=JobDetails ## About the Role Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in business, information technology, engineering, or a related field. Required Experience Seven (7) years of experience leading complex projects and programs in a PMI-aligned environment, with demonstrated accountability for delivery outcomes and standards, execution discipline and process improvement, mentoring project teams and delivery maturity. Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Program Management Professional (PgMP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or other PMI credentials Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience Experience building, standardizing, or maturing delivery practices or a Project Management Office (PMO) within a higher education or similarly complex institution Demonstrated experience leading or enabling organizational change initiatives at scale Demonstrated experience supervising and mentoring IT or other project delivery teams Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-scale initiatives with multiple dependencies and diverse stakeholders Able to influence, mentor, and guide project and program managers without direct supervisory authority Able to handle multiple tasks, initiatives, or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines KNOWLEDGE Advanced knowledge of PMI frameworks, project and program management methodologies, and delivery governance Strong understanding of benefits realization, outcome tracking, and post-implementation evaluation Proven experience improving delivery maturity through process improvement, metrics, and quality management, Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Skilled in stakeholder engagement across executive, academic, functional, and technical environments Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette USG Core Values ## Description Accountable for enterprise-wide excellence in IT program and project delivery. Owns the delivery framework, standards, and continuous improvement of IT program and project execution across the institution. Ensures that approved programs and projects are executed consistently, predictably, and in alignment with institutional standards and outcomes., 1. Owns institutional standards for IT program and project delivery, including methodologies, quality controls, and delivery metrics 2. Ensures approved programs and projects are executed in alignment with PMI standards for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholder management 3. Establishes and maintains scalable delivery frameworks that balance standardization with flexibility based on project size, complexity, and institutional context 4. Identifies delivery risks, issues, and constraints early and provides actionable mitigation strategies to sponsors and leadership 5. Partners with sponsors and business owners to define success metrics, outcomes, and benefits realization plans 6. Tracks delivery performance and benefits realization throughout the project and program lifecycle 7. Ensures post-implementation reviews are completed and that lessons learned are incorporated into delivery standards and practices 8. Leads continuous improvement of delivery processes, tools, templates, and execution practices 9. Use metrics, audits, retrospectives, and delivery reviews to improve predictability and delivery maturity 10. Mentors, coaches, and supports project and program managers to strengthen delivery capability and professional practice across the institution 11. Defines delivery competency models, role expectations, and career pathways aligned with process frameworks, in partnership with leadership 12. Serves as a trusted advisor on delivery feasibility, capacity planning, execution tradeoffs, and delivery readiness 13. Provides leadership with accurate delivery metrics, insights, and execution intelligence to support decision-making 14. Partners with functional, academic, and technical leaders to enable successful program and project outcomes across the institution, This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time This position does not require security clearance. 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