Delivery Manager

Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned Delivery Manager with proven experience in delivering AI-led digital transformation projects in India’s public sector and PSU ecosystem . The ideal candidate combines strong technical understanding of AI/Gen AI, cloud engineering, and software engineering practices with exceptional stakeholder management skills to successfully steer engagements through the unique complexities of the government/PSU environment. Key Responsibilities Program Delivery & Governance Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/Gen AI projects for PSU and public sector clients, ensuring outcomes are on time, within scope, and budget. Define, monitor, and manage delivery KPIs, SLAs, and compliance requirements. Establish governance frameworks, progress reporting, and escalation mechanisms. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary client interface for PSU stakeholders, managing C-level relationships, IT leadership, and functional business users. Navigate internal bureaucratic processes, align diverse stakeholder interests, and drive consensus in environments with multiple decision layers. Handle sensitive political, cultural, and interpersonal dynamics with tact. Technical Oversight Provide delivery oversight across AI/Gen AI model development, cloud-native deployments, and software engineering . Review architecture and solution design to ensure scalability, compliance (data residency, security, audit), and performance. Partner with engineering, data science, and cloud teams to resolve technical challenges. Risk & Issue Management Anticipate project risks (technical, political, or operational) and proactively implement mitigation strategies. Address delivery bottlenecks, manage conflicts between client and internal teams, and keep execution on track. Team Leadership & Growth Lead cross-functional teams of AI engineers, data scientists, cloud architects, and business analysts. Coach team members on delivery discipline, public sector client management, and compliance-driven execution. Required Skills & Experience Proven success managing large-scale AI/analytics/cloud projects for PSUs and government agencies in India. Demonstrated ability to navigate procurement processes, compliance frameworks, and public sector governance models . Understanding of AI/Gen AI technologies, including model development, deployment, and operationalization. Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, Azure) and enterprise software engineering principles. Working knowledge of data privacy, security, and residency regulations relevant to PSU/Govt projects. Strong ability to manage conflicting priorities and multiple stakeholders in hierarchical setups. Excellent relationship-building skills, especially in government/PSU contexts . Ability to command respect, influence decision-making, and manage escalations with diplomacy. Strong program management, budgeting, and vendor management experience. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Flexibility to travel and spend time onsite with PSU/government clients as required. Preferred Qualifications Prior delivery experience in oil & gas, power, heavy industries, or large PSU verticals . Certifications in Project/Program Management (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile) . Cloud certifications (GCP/AWS/Azure) preferred.

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