Capgemini

Principal Delivery Executive

Capgemini$193K — $259K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of program/project management experience in consulting or professional services
  • Track record of successfully managing large-scale data and digital transformation programs
  • Proven delivery of engagement values between $1M-$5M+
  • Expertise in client engagement and expectation management, scope management, and financial program management
  • Experience managing large distributed teams, ideally of 50+ resources

Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of complex data and digital transformation programs for enterprise clients
  • Ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of large deals while meeting quality standards
  • Establish and monitor program KPIs, proactively managing risks
  • Act as a trusted advisor, building strong relationships with client stakeholders
  • Drive account expansion through new proposals and business cases
  • Proactively manage scope and change governance, including change orders
  • Oversee resource allocation for geographically distributed teams

Benefits

  • Paid time off based on employee grade, including vacation days, holidays, and sick leave
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plans such as 401(k) or RRSP
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Access to employee assistance programs
Full Job Description


Job Location

Job is located in Charlotte, NC - Onsite Hybrid

Your Role

Program & Delivery Leadership
• Lead complex, multi-year Data, Analytics, Digital, and GenAI transformation programs for enterprise clients.
• Manage delivery of large deals ($1M-$5M+), ensuring execution is on time, within budget, and meets quality standards.
• Drive the full program lifecycle: planning, estimation, execution, governance, and closure.
• Establish and track program KPIs, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
Client Relationship & Expectation Management
• Act as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, building strong and lasting relationships.
• Set and manage client expectations effectively, ensuring alignment on scope, deliverables, and timelines.
• Navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and drive alignment across business and technology teams.
Commercial Management & Growth
• Lead and support proposal development, solution estimation, and business case creation.
• Identify opportunities for account expansion and drive incremental revenue growth.
• Own financials including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
Scope & Change Management
• Proactively identify scope creep and deviations from agreed deliverables.
• Define and execute change management governance, including:
o Creation and management of change orders
o Effort re-estimation and impact assessment
o Influencing clients to align on revised scope, timelines, and commercials
o Write detailed SoW and Change orders
• Ensure strong governance and contractual compliance throughout program execution.
Estimation & Planning
• Lead solution sizing, effort estimation, and resource planning, often within aggressive timelines.
• Develop comprehensive delivery plans, including dependencies, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Global Team & Resource Management
• Manage large, geographically distributed teams (onshore/offshore) delivering complex programs.
• Optimize resource allocation across locations to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing cross-functional teams.
Data & Technology Leadership
• Drive programs across key areas:
o Data Governance & Data Management
o Data Migration & Integration
o Cloud & Big Data Platforms
o Advanced Analytics & Machine Learning
o GenAI transformation initiatives
• Champion modern engineering practices including Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD.

Required Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in program/project management within a consulting or professional services environment.
• Proven success in managing large-scale data and digital transformation programs.
• Demonstrated experience delivering $1M-$5M+ engagements.
• Strong expertise in:
o Client engagement and expectation management
o Scope management and change order execution
o Effort estimation and solution sizing
o Financial and commercial program management
• Experience managing large distributed teams (50+ resources preferred).

Preferred Skills & Attributes
• Go-getter mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Experience working with Fortune 500 clients is a plus.

Leadership Competencies
• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
• Stakeholder influence and conflict resolution
• Results-driven delivery leadership
• Collaboration across cross-functional and global teams'

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 193546 - 259912

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
  • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services. The company is headquartered in Paris, France and operates in over 50 countries. Capgemini provides a range of services including strategy and transformation, application services, technology services, and engineering services. The company serves clients in a variety of industries including automotive, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, and retail.
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