Interim Program Executive - Large Capital Project
About the role
Interim Program Executive
Location: Toronto, ON
Duration: 18 Months
About xNorth
xNorth partners with organizations during moments of transformation, when immediate leadership and measurable results matter most. We specialize in deploying experienced interim executives who can step in quickly, stabilize complex situations, and drive outcomes with precision. Our model is built on a commitment to achieving the defined objectives of each mandate, ensuring that every assignment delivers tangible business value. Through our proven methodology, we provide clarity of mandate, rapid integration, and disciplined execution, setting our interim leaders up for success from day one.
Overview
Our client is undertaking a complex capital program central to its long-term strategy. To ensure governance, delivery, and stakeholder alignment, the company is seeking an Interim Program Executive with strong program management expertise to provide both oversight and hands-on leadership.
This is a 18-month interim mandate designed to bring stability, structure, and measurable results during a critical period. The successful candidate will be a seasoned interim executive who can quickly integrate, establish credibility, and drive disciplined execution, combining executive presence with practical program management depth.
Key Mandate
- Provide governance and leadership of a mission-critical program, ensuring it remains on track against objectives
- Drive day-to-day program management discipline, including monitoring of milestones, budgets, and risks.
- Align diverse stakeholders, fostering collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
- Support executive decision-making, enabling rapid resolution of issues and maintaining program momentum.
- Embed best practices in program management, governance, and performance reporting.
Objectives
- Program delivered with clarity, control, and measurable business value.
- Risks proactively identified, escalated, and mitigated.
- Stakeholders consistently aligned, avoiding delays or missteps.
- A governance framework that ensures transparency and disciplined execution.
Profile
- Proven track record leading large-scale capital or infrastructure programs, ideally in regulated sectors.
- Strong background in both program governance and program management execution.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments with competing priorities.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Independent consultant or interim executive profile strongly preferred, with the ability to deliver measurable impact quickly.
About xNorth - Executive Interim Management
xNorth is a leading pure-play executive interim management firm operating in North America, shaping the future of work by delivering flexible, high-impact leadership solutions tailored to the rapidly changing business landscape.
Our Interim Executives and Partners collaborate with Owners, Boards, and CEOs to strengthen leadership teams during periods of transformation, growth, or crisis. With a structured approach and an extensive network of seasoned executives, we provide quick and practical solutions to meet urgent client needs.
Whether it’s corporate turnarounds, digital transformations, M&A, or addressing a sudden executive departure or specific skill need, we deliver customized, operationally focused solutions.
As a member of the Valtus Alliance™, the first international network of leading Executive Interim Management companies, we leverage over 1,000 assignments annually and access a network of 60,000+ qualified managers.
This global expertise enhances our ability to deliver proven, customized management solutions not only across North America but worldwide.
Visit our website to learn more, connect with us about managing your business challenge, or explore opportunities to become an Interim Executive.
#leadership #executives #interimanagement #transformation #growth #crisis #changes
Interim Program Executive - Large Capital Project
About the role
Interim Program Executive
Location: Toronto, ON
Duration: 18 Months
About xNorth
xNorth partners with organizations during moments of transformation, when immediate leadership and measurable results matter most. We specialize in deploying experienced interim executives who can step in quickly, stabilize complex situations, and drive outcomes with precision. Our model is built on a commitment to achieving the defined objectives of each mandate, ensuring that every assignment delivers tangible business value. Through our proven methodology, we provide clarity of mandate, rapid integration, and disciplined execution, setting our interim leaders up for success from day one.
Overview
Our client is undertaking a complex capital program central to its long-term strategy. To ensure governance, delivery, and stakeholder alignment, the company is seeking an Interim Program Executive with strong program management expertise to provide both oversight and hands-on leadership.
This is a 18-month interim mandate designed to bring stability, structure, and measurable results during a critical period. The successful candidate will be a seasoned interim executive who can quickly integrate, establish credibility, and drive disciplined execution, combining executive presence with practical program management depth.
Key Mandate
- Provide governance and leadership of a mission-critical program, ensuring it remains on track against objectives
- Drive day-to-day program management discipline, including monitoring of milestones, budgets, and risks.
- Align diverse stakeholders, fostering collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
- Support executive decision-making, enabling rapid resolution of issues and maintaining program momentum.
- Embed best practices in program management, governance, and performance reporting.
Objectives
- Program delivered with clarity, control, and measurable business value.
- Risks proactively identified, escalated, and mitigated.
- Stakeholders consistently aligned, avoiding delays or missteps.
- A governance framework that ensures transparency and disciplined execution.
Profile
- Proven track record leading large-scale capital or infrastructure programs, ideally in regulated sectors.
- Strong background in both program governance and program management execution.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments with competing priorities.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Independent consultant or interim executive profile strongly preferred, with the ability to deliver measurable impact quickly.
About xNorth - Executive Interim Management
xNorth is a leading pure-play executive interim management firm operating in North America, shaping the future of work by delivering flexible, high-impact leadership solutions tailored to the rapidly changing business landscape.
Our Interim Executives and Partners collaborate with Owners, Boards, and CEOs to strengthen leadership teams during periods of transformation, growth, or crisis. With a structured approach and an extensive network of seasoned executives, we provide quick and practical solutions to meet urgent client needs.
Whether it’s corporate turnarounds, digital transformations, M&A, or addressing a sudden executive departure or specific skill need, we deliver customized, operationally focused solutions.
As a member of the Valtus Alliance™, the first international network of leading Executive Interim Management companies, we leverage over 1,000 assignments annually and access a network of 60,000+ qualified managers.
This global expertise enhances our ability to deliver proven, customized management solutions not only across North America but worldwide.
Visit our website to learn more, connect with us about managing your business challenge, or explore opportunities to become an Interim Executive.
#leadership #executives #interimanagement #transformation #growth #crisis #changes