Vice President of Strategic Project Execution

About the job

Vice President of Strategic Project Execution Reports to: CEO / COO Department: Strategic Execution / PMO / Enterprise Programs Location: San Francisco / Hybrid Position Overview The Vice President of Strategic Project Execution is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of the company’s most critical strategic initiatives, translating high-level strategy into coordinated, on-time, ... and high-quality delivery. This role serves as the execution bridge between strategy and operations, with a focus on mission-critical programs. Role Focus: Strategic execution, program delivery, and cross-functional alignment. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Initiative Execution Lead execution of high-priority, company-wide strategic projects. Translate strategic goals into detailed execution plans and milestones. Ensure initiatives are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives. 2. Program & Portfolio Oversight Manage a portfolio of strategic programs across multiple functions. Prioritize initiatives based on impact, urgency, and resources. Track progress, dependencies, and outcomes. 3. Cross-Functional Coordination Align Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Business teams. Remove execution bottlenecks and resolve inter-team conflicts. Ensure seamless collaboration across departments. 4. Execution Governance & Discipline Establish execution frameworks, cadence, and reporting standards. Implement KPI tracking, dashboards, and accountability mechanisms. Drive a culture of ownership and delivery excellence. 5. Risk & Dependency Management Identify risks and dependencies early in the execution lifecycle. Develop mitigation strategies and escalation paths. Maintain visibility into execution health across initiatives. 6. Executive Reporting & Decision Support Provide real-time updates to executive leadership and board. Highlight risks, trade-offs, and decision points. Support leadership in prioritization and resource allocation. 7. Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead program managers, project managers, and execution teams. Build scalable execution capabilities across the organization. Mentor leaders in delivery discipline and accountability.