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Key Responsibilities Delivery Governance • Own project delivery reviews • Run project health checks and escalation reviews • Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and to scope Profitability & Estimation • Improve estimation accuracy • Establish project margin targets • Review change requests and commercial controls • Track actual vs estimated effort Resource Management • Manage consultant utilisation • Capacity planning and forecasting • Balance workloads across projects • Identify recruitment requirements Reporting & KPIs • Build delivery dashboard and management reporting • Track utilisation, project profitability, billable days, customer satisfaction and backlog • Provide monthly operational review to leadership People Leadership • Coach and develop consultants • Support recruitment, interviewing and onboarding • Establish career progression and skills development plans Operational Independence • Act as the day-to-day owner of services delivery • Reduce operational involvement required from Chris • Escalate only major commercial, customer or staffing issues Profile Required Ideally someone who has: • Led a Professional Services team of 10-50 consultants • Experience in software implementation, ERP, EPM, FP&A or Business Applications consulting • Strong utilisation and services P&L management experience • Built PMO, delivery governance and KPI frameworks • Comfortable operating in an SME environment Their initial mission should be to: 1. Establish KPIs and reporting. 2. Improve utilisation and forecasting. 3. Standardise project estimation and reviews. 4. Create enough operational maturity that Chris can step back significantly from delivery management.
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Hi there, We will deliver a focused operating pack that establishes delivery KPIs, management reporting, utilisation and forecasting controls, and a practical project review rhythm so Chris can step back from day-to-day delivery management. We will also standardise estimation and commercial review checks, including change control and escalation rules for at-risk projects. We bring public Freelancer review history covering strategic review, structured business research, and supplier-sourcing engagements. If helpful, we can start by focusing the first workstream on KPI/reporting design or on utilisation and forecasting. Best Regards, 8veer
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Hello, This role is a strong fit for the kind of delivery ownership and operational structure I build. I can step into the day-to-day services leadership, tighten project management discipline, and help create the reporting rhythm leadership needs to make better decisions. My focus would be to establish clear KPIs and management reporting, improve utilisation and forecasting, standardise estimation and delivery reviews, and strengthen commercial control around margin, change requests, and project health. I’m also comfortable supporting consultants through coaching, onboarding, and practical career development planning so the team can operate with more consistency and less dependence on Chris. I’ve worked in finance and operations environments where clarity, accountability, and clean execution matter. This means I can help create a PMO-style operating cadence that improves delivery governance while keeping the team aligned on profitability, scope, and customer outcomes. Best regards, Panagiotis
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Similar skillset and wife range of exposure in Talent acquisition and HR strategy. I bring in strong value system and unparalleled dedication towards advancement of this project
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I understand you're looking for a Professional Services Operations Director to enhance project delivery and resource management. With extensive experience leading teams of consultants and implementing software solutions, I have successfully established governance frameworks and KPIs in similar roles, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. My focus will be on improving estimation accuracy, optimizing resource utilization, and creating a robust reporting dashboard to track key metrics like profitability and customer satisfaction. By fostering a culture of development and supporting recruitment, I can help your team achieve operational independence and maturity. Let’s discuss how I can contribute to your goals and drive success for your organization. Kind regards, Anchel
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Hi There!!! i understand you need a UK-based operations leader to take ownership of professional services delivery, profitability, resource planning, reporting, and consultant performance. ALREADY WORKED ON SIMILAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OPERATIONS INVOLVING DELIVERY GOVERNANCE, UTILISATION, PROJECT PROFITABILITY, FORECASTING, AND KPI FRAMEWORKS. Services include project health reviews, estimation standards, margin controls, capacity planning, utilisation tracking, management dashboards, recruitment support, consultant development, and operational process improvement. Happy to discuss your current delivery structure and the first priorities in a chat. Best Regards, Hussain Ahmed
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It's clear you've outlined a comprehensive vision for the Professional Services Operations Director role, emphasizing both delivery governance and team leadership. I have successfully led teams of consultants in similar environments, focusing on software implementation and project management best practices. Your goal of establishing KPIs and enhancing project estimation aligns perfectly with my experience in building PMO frameworks that drive operational excellence. I noted the importance of managing consultant utilization and capacity planning, which I have effectively done in previous roles to ensure projects stay on track and within budget. With a strong background in performance and P&L management, I prioritize delivering exceptional user experiences while maintaining high standards of service quality. Could we discuss the specific challenges you're currently facing and how I might be able to help address them? Best regards, Foraxis
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