Principal Delivery Project Manager – Flightscape platform in Burgess Hill

As we are looking for a candidate who can ideally join by June 1st (or as soon as possible), the Principal Delivery Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering digital aviation solutions for leading airlines worldwide. In this highly strategic and visible role, you will lead complex programs, elevate delivery standards, and shape how we collaborate with customers across the EMEA region. This position is ideal for a seasoned leader who thrives in dynamic environments, confidently engages senior stakeholders, and empowers teams to deliver excellence.

Description:

• Lead project/program delivery across multiple small/medium projects and highly complex large-scale programs.
• Streamline delivery processes and improve understanding of client needs, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Manage through governance structures and develop comprehensive program-level plans guiding individual project plans.
• Drive alignment and adherence to CAE delivery standards and strategic direction.
• Develop and manage communication plans, including content, channels, frequency, and audience segmentation.
• Build and continuously improve the program and project management function.
• Execute all project and program management duties from initiation through delivery and closure.
• Design and maintain SharePoint program sites for documentation and knowledge retention.
• Lead joint planning efforts and ensure consistent use of approved change, issue, risk, and quality management processes.
• Support delivery teams, maintain strong relationships with internal CAE business units, and ensure adherence to CAE standards.
• Provide senior leaders with clear updates on project, program, and client status.
• Deliver early warnings and oversee quality assurance.
• Facilitate program-level issue and change management processes.
• Monitor and report on project and program schedules, budgets, and expenses.
• Coordinate cross-departmental activities to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Support the global Standards & Methods team with improvements to processes, documentation, playbooks, and lessons learned.
• Actively contribute to global Delivery & Care initiatives.
• Work flexibly across time zones when required.
• Travel up to 50% within the EMEA region.
• Hybrid work model (flexible remote + office collaboration).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• PMP or equivalent certification in program/project management.
• 10–15 years of project and program management experience.
• Deep expertise in project management principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Expert-level executive presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in C‐level communication and collaboration, both internally and externally.
• Excellent analytical skills and close attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth understanding of delivery methods and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced proficiency in MS Project.
• Ability to interface effectively with both project teams and senior leadership.
• Understanding of project reporting and quality assurance concepts.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience working in a matrix organization and supporting virtual, distributed teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Airline or aviation industry domain knowledge.
• Experience in management consulting, software vendor environments, and/or the travel industry.