Dubai Offshore Project Lead - End-to-End Delivery

James Fisher and Sons plc; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Project Manager for its energy services division in Dubai. The role oversees end-to-end project delivery across offshore operations, coordinating engineering, mobilisation and offshore execution while meeting client expectations and commercial targets.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, schedules and risk, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to HSEQ standards.

Qualifications

• Strong project management experience in offshore/oilfield services.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects across global operations.
• Commercial acumen including budgeting and cost control.
• Strong client management capability.
• Proficient in planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of HSEQ and industry standards.
• Experience using ERP systems such as IFS.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of projects from award through to completion and close-out.
• Ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within scope, and to quality standards.
• Coordinate all project phases including engineering, mobilisation, offshore execution, and demobilisation.
• Maintain clear project plans, milestones, and deliverables across functions.
• Own project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Monitor profitability, identify cost risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage variations, change orders, and commercial discussions with clients.
• Ensure timely invoicing in line with contractual requirements.
• Act as primary contact for clients and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Provide regular project updates, performance reports, and progress reviews.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure HSEQ compliance.
• Develop project schedules, resource plans, and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate readiness for mobilisation and execution across departments.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Offshore project delivery

Complex multi-disciplinary projects

Budgeting & cost control

Client management

Planning & scheduling

HSEQ standards

IFS ERP familiarity

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Project Manager for its energy services division in Dubai. The role oversees end-to-end project delivery across offshore operations, coordinating engineering, mobilisation and offshore execution while meeting client expectations and commercial targets.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, schedules and risk, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to HSEQ standards.