Change Manager

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Change Manager to oversee project planning, scheduling, and management for large-scale power and water projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in similar roles, with exceptional leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of project management methodologies. This role requires strong communication abilities and effective risk management strategies while fostering stakeholder relationships. Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall planning and delivery of the TRANSCONEXUS Project.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients, supervision consultants, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management and the client.
• Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Risk Management

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Title

Change Manager

Company

KBR Abu Dhabi

Location

Abu Dhabi

Experience Required

15 years

Employment Type

Fulltime Contract

About Company

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The KBR team delivers futureforward science technology and engineering solutions and missioncritical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and valueadded solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include worldclass licensed process technologies differentiated advisory services deep technical domain expertise energy transition solutions highend design and engineering capabilities and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Purpose

The Program Controls and Change Manager will oversee the entire Project planning scheduling progress reporting coordination of resources and ownership of the change management process.

This is a PMC role and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPCs appointed directly by the Client. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all planning scheduling and change management requirements on the largescale power and water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. This role involves strategic planning resource management and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives timelines and budget constraints.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall planning and delivery of the TRANSCONEXUS Project.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients supervision consultants contractors vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and compliance with project specifications and regulations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project plans schedules and budgets.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams fostering a culture of safety quality and continuous improvement.
• Monitor project progress and performance implementing corrective actions as necessary to address any deviations from the project plan.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management and the client detailing progress challenges and solutions commercial status risks etc.
• Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place to mitigate potential project risks and issues.
• Guide and mentor project team members promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and mitigate any concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field.
• 15 years of experience in projects specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

Technical Skills

• Indepth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and resource management.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.

Required Experience

Manager