A large Irish business is seeking to hire a Head of Delivery for their busy infrastructure team.Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure, this role will sit just below and requires an experienced person with an engineering background to manage a team of motivated Programme Directors to ensure the delivery of their infrastructure portfolio with a billion euro budget.Responsibilities;Define and establish a strategy and structure for achieving objectivesManage the activities of internal and external teamsExert strict oversight on schedule, cost, and qualityMonitor and drive the delivery of all programmes, setting the standards for reporting and challenging deviations from process or best practiceConstantly review and assess project / programme performancePrepare monthly board papers for internal committees, briefing Senior Leadership on any key issues, progress and performanceIn conjunction with the Head of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), drive the HSE framework and standards across the Infrastructure PortfolioKeep up to date with changes in legislation and best practice to ensure all programmes are fully compliantManage delivery outputs using resources available to reach clearly defined targets, with a focus on financial performance, quality, client management and serviceProvide direction to Programme DirectorsEnsure the optimisation of programme delivery across the Infrastructure PortfolioQualifications:Degree qualified in a relevant field. Ideally an engineering degree but construction, project management, surveying etc qualifications will be consideredExperience:20 + years' experience with at least 10 years in a management roleExtensive knowledge and understanding of capital project and programme deliveryStrong and demonstrable leadership and management experience, including project management, procurement, contract management, financial management and change managementExperience in planning, governing and delivering, having managed multiple teamsIn-depth understanding of the design and delivery requirements of technically complex projects in the architectural / engineering / construction sectors.Experience of dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation, influencing the improvement of process to support successful project, programme and portfolio delivery