Program Delivery Director - Travel & Hospitality (Orlando, FL)

Program Delivery Director - Travel & Hospitality

Location: Orlando, Florida - candidates must live or willing to relocate

Job Summary

The Program Director will oversee and manage the portfolio and project management (PPM) initiatives within the hotel domain. With a hybrid work model and day shifts the role requires a seasoned professional with 15 to 17 years of experience. The candidate will drive strategic projects ensuring alignment with business goals and contribute to the companys success in the hospitality industry. Backfill for Bill

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of portfolio and project management initiatives within the hotel domain.
• Oversee project timelines budgets and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project objectives with business goals.
• Provide strategic direction and guidance to project teams to enhance performance and outcomes.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions as needed to meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in project management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate project success.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with project execution to minimize impact.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members.
• Utilize technical expertise in PPM to optimize project delivery and outcomes.
• Support the development of project management skills within the team.
• Contribute to the companys growth and success by delivering high-quality projects. Qualifications
• Possess extensive experience in portfolio and project management within the hotel industry.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Have a proven track record of successful project delivery in a hybrid work environment.
• Show proficiency in using project management tools and software.
• Display a strong understanding of the hotel industrys unique challenges and opportunities.
• Be committed to continuous learning and professional development.

What We Offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About Us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information

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