Manager Program and Project Management

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, execution and delivery of PowerTech initiatives. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure projects meet scope, schedule and budget.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in project management, a degree in engineering, and is familiar with SAP or other ERP systems. PMP certification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; PMP is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies.
• Experience managing full lifecycle projects.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Create detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage project performance against them.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project progress and prepare regular reports on performance, risks, and issues.
• Lead risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct project evaluations and implement improvements for future initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Communication

ERP/SAP Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP or ERP systems

Job description

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality. Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects in PowerTech. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, analytical, and capable of managing cross-functional teams to achieve business goals and objectives. A PMP certification and a degree in engineering will be considered advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Create detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage project performance against them.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project progress and prepare regular reports on performance, risks, and issues.
• Lead risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct project evaluations and implement improvements for future initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies.
• Experience managing full project lifecycles from initiation to close.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools.
• SAP or other ERP experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or similar).
• Experience managing development, technical, technology and production related projects.