IT - Delivery Lead - IT

Job#: 3034900

Job Description:
IT - Delivery Lead - IT

Location: Memphis, Tennessee

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

This is a senior delivery leadership position responsible for owning the end-to-end delivery of multiple enterprise initiatives. This role functions as a key connector across architecture, business, and technology delivery teams. The focus is on strategic execution, coordination, and roadmap ownership rather than only ceremony facilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage delivery roadmaps and schedules in partnership with technology leads, architects, and business teams.
• Lead planning sessions across multiple teams to align on objectives and timelines.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate dependencies, risks, and issues across platforms and programs.
• Drive program cadence and ensure execution consistency across various delivery teams.
• Communicate program status, risks, and updates to PMO, leadership, and executive stakeholders.
• Partner closely with architects, tech leads, and business teams to facilitate collaboration.
• Own the complete delivery lifecycle for projects, programs, and maintenance workstreams.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree, or an Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or a High School Diploma/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience is required.

Experience:

• 10+ years of professional experience in a technology or product environment.
• 6+ years of experience in delivery leadership, such as Agile Project Management, Scrum, or Program Delivery.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale initiatives and managing multiple teams or platforms simultaneously.
• Experience working with vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive-level stakeholders.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Proficiency in program and portfolio management.
• Skilled in risk and dependency management.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or Agile certifications.
• Experience working within enterprise architecture or platform teams.
• Previous experience in the hospitality industry or with a large enterprise client.

Company Overview

This global hospitality company is a leader in the lodging sector, with a portfolio ranging from luxury hotels to mid-priced and extended-stay suites. For nearly a century, the organization has been dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences and value. The company's vision unites the team to create remarkable hospitality experiences worldwide, driven by a commitment to innovation and service.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.