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How much do program delivery lead jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for program delivery lead in the United States is $90,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a program delivery lead?

A Program Delivery Lead is responsible for overseeing the successful execution and delivery of large-scale projects or programs within an organization. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure that project objectives align with business goals. Their role often involves stakeholder communication, risk management, and process improvement to ensure that deliverables are met efficiently and effectively.

How does a program delivery lead typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success?

A Program Delivery Lead works closely with cross-functional teams by facilitating communication between different departments, such as product management, engineering, and operations. They organize regular meetings to align on project goals, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Additionally, they proactively identify and resolve blockers, manage stakeholder expectations, and help teams adapt to changing priorities to keep the program on track. This role requires strong leadership and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and drive successful outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a program delivery lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Program Delivery Lead, you need expertise in project management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, often supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project), agile methodologies, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 is typically required. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and navigate complex challenges. These capabilities ensure successful program execution, alignment with business goals, and effective delivery of outcomes.

What is the difference between Program Delivery Lead vs Project Manager?

AspectProgram Delivery LeadProject Manager
CertificationsPMP, PgMP, Agile certificationsPMP, CAPM, Agile certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple related projects, strategic focusManages individual projects, tactical focus
Employer UsageUsed in organizations with complex, multi-project initiativesCommon across various industries for project execution
Search IntentCompare roles in program managementCompare roles in project management

The Program Delivery Lead focuses on coordinating and overseeing multiple related projects to achieve strategic objectives, while the Project Manager manages individual projects, ensuring they meet scope, time, and budget. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in project-driven industries, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Program Delivery Lead job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,556 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

SAP Program/Delivery Lead - Associate Director

Albany, NY • On-site

Accenture
IT Services • 10K+ employees

$66.25 - $86.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

We Are:

Accenture's SAP practice, and we live to see how this can transform the way we live and work. We are the industry-leader for building SAP solutions and we're curious and always learning.We are assembling a talented team and providing our people with opportunities to gain new skills, training, and experience.

SAP technologies power these organizations with modern cloud-based and AI-enabled solutions, and Accenture is the undisputed market leader in this industry. We are continuously expanding our SAP team with advisory skills to continue to drive transformation at scale for our clients.

You Are:

You are an accomplished SAP transformationseniorleader who thrives in the complexity of large-scale business and technology transformations. You bring the vision, leadership, and execution disciplinerequiredto deliver enterprise SAP programs that drive measurable business outcomes while managing risk, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations.

You are a trusted advisor to client executives and program leadership, capable of aligning business, functional, technical, data, testing, deployment, and change teams around a shared transformation vision. You excel at navigating ambiguity, managing large global delivery organizations, and ensuring programsremainfocused on value realization from strategy through deployment and stabilization.

You continuously seek opportunities to modernize delivery through AI, GenAI, automation, analytics, and data-driven decision making, helping organizations accelerate transformation while improving quality and delivery predictability.

Above all, youare passionate about helpingCG&S/Utilitiessuccessfully transform their businesses through SAP and emerging technologies.

The Work:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of large SAP transformation programs, serving as the primary delivery leader accountable for execution, quality, financial performance, and business outcomes.

  • Partner with senior client executives to define transformation strategies, program roadmaps, governance models, and value realizationobjectives.

  • Establish and lead global delivery organizations across business, functional, technical, integration, data, testing, deployment, change management, and support workstreams.

  • Drive program planning, mobilization, estimation, staffing, governance,financial management, and execution across all phases of SAP S/4HANA implementations.

  • Manage program risks, issues, dependencies, scope, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring alignment to programobjectivesand delivery commitments.

  • Lead executive governance forums, steering committees, and stakeholder communications, providing transparent reporting and actionable recommendations.

  • Ensure adoption of SAP leading practices, Accenture delivery methodologies, quality standards, and governance frameworks to improve delivery outcomes.

  • Guide teams through major program milestones including design, build, testing, deployment planning, cutover, go-live,hypercare, and transition to support.

  • Drive delivery innovation byleveragingAI, GenAI, automation, and analytics to improve productivity, quality, risk management, and delivery efficiency.

  • Build trusted relationships with client executives and become a strategic advisor on SAP transformation, delivery excellence, and business value realization.

  • Support account growth through delivery excellence, executive relationship development, opportunity identification, and participation in sales and pursuit activities.

  • Support sales origination, proposal development, solution shaping, and business case creation for future SAP transformation opportunities.

  • Developdeliveryassets, accelerators, and leading practices while mentoring the next generation of SAP program and delivery leaders.

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements

Here's what you need:

  • Minimum of 12 years of SAP delivery, program management, transformation leadership, or consulting experience.

  • Proven and established experience serving as Delivery Lead, Program Manager, Program Director, or Delivery Executive for large SAP transformation programs.

  • Minimum6years of experiencewith leadership roles inSAP transformation programs supportingCG&S/Utilitiescompanies

  • Minimumtwoend-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementations with accountability for planning, execution, deployment, and business outcomes.

  • Experience managing large global SAP delivery teams (100+ resources) across multiple geographies and delivery centers.

  • Strong understanding of SAP implementation methodologies, governance, testing, deployment, data migration, change management, and operational readiness.

  • Experience managing program financials, executive stakeholders, third-party vendors, and complex delivery risks.

  • ExperienceleveragingAI, GenAI, automation, or analytics capabilities to improve SAP delivery effectiveness and business outcomes.

  • Prior consulting or advisory experience supporting enterprise transformation initiatives.

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience

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We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 10/24/2026.


Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture


Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $163,000 to $413,600
Colorado $163,000 to $357,400
Connecticut $163,000 to $357,400
District of Columbia $173,500 to $380,500
Illinois $150,900 to $357,400
Maine $138,800 to $304,400
Maryland $163,000 to $357,400
Massachusetts $163,000 to $380,500
Minnesota $163,000 to $357,400
New York $150,900 to $413,600
New Jersey $173,500 to $413,600
Ohio $150,900 to $330,900
Virginia $150,900 to $380,500
Washington $173,500 to $380,500

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