PMO Director - Construction Portfolio (UAE & KSA)

Aventus; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventus is seeking an experienced PMO Manager to lead project management operations across a portfolio of major construction and interior fit-out projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

You will report to the Managing Director, oversee project performance, ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, and establish consistent PM processes with strong reporting and risk management. This role includes leadership across UAE and Saudi Arabia with periodic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.
• 12 years minimum of experience in PMO roles within construction or contracting.
• Experience overseeing multiple projects with a combined value of AED 300 million or more.
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project and Power BI.
• Willingness to travel periodically to Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Project Management Office (PMO), establishing clear processes, standards and reporting procedures.
• Oversee planning, budgets, timelines and risks across multiple live projects.
• Prepare management reports, performance dashboards and updates for senior leadership.
• Ensure effective project governance, contract compliance, change management and claims control.
• Work closely with Commercial, Planning, Engineering, Procurement, Operations and Finance teams.
• Lead the implementation and improvement of project reporting tools, including Power BI dashboards.
• Support and mentor Project Managers and Directors across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Skills

PMO leadership

Reporting & dashboards

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field

Master's degree or MBA advantageous

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

Aventus is seeking an experienced PMO Manager to lead project management operations across a portfolio of major construction and interior fit-out projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

You will report to the Managing Director, oversee project performance, ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, and establish consistent PM processes with strong reporting and risk management. This role includes leadership across UAE and Saudi Arabia with periodic travel.