Project Engineer

Dubai Branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead turnkey projects in the UAE and Iraq. This role involves overseeing project management from contract award to final acceptance, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction while managing costs and schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate cross-cultural environments. Join a forward-thinking company where your leadership will drive successful project outcomes and foster strong relationships with stakeholders in a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Project Management and contract management.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage turnkey projects from contract award to final acceptance.
• Create project schedules and procurement plans for timely execution.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Cost Management

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Primavera

Job description

Job Description Summary

To Lead Manage & execute Turnkey Projects of GE Vernova Grid Solutions in UAE Gulf & Iraq. The candidate will be responsible for Project management for Standard size projects from contract award up to the final acceptance of the project and warranty period. The project manager is responsible for scope, cost, schedule, stakeholder management, profit & loss accountability, risk management, as well as quality and customer satisfaction for all assigned programs and projects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Creating project schedule and procurement plan to ensure smooth project execution in a timely manner with quality within cost.
• Providing cost-effective project milestones in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards to maintain and improve project margin.
• Securing variations, orders, and claims management with customers & subcontractors to leverage the organization’s interests.
• Creating and delivering scope-specific work plans and budgets alongside risk assessments.
• Identifying and evaluating risk and opportunity assessments, ensuring implementation of resulting actions in one’s area of responsibility.
• Preparing and presenting Project Management Review (PMR) to management.
• Managing and coordinating with customers/contractors in project in line with GE project management handbook, executing projects in accordance to GE Grid process and core values of safety and integrity.
• Delivering project financial results: Sales & Margin billing and cash collection.
• Building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Driving Customer Quality complaints & Nonconformity of Product with different stakeholders on root cause analysis and resolution process.
• Reporting/resolve any nonconformances and processes in a timely manner, demonstrating EHS and compliance ensuring Zero Deviation.
• Identifying and evaluating EHS and compliance risks and proposing practical measures.
• Supporting tendering/sales with Return of Experience of best practices and risks to avoid.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic is essential.
• 5 years of relevant experience in Project Management and contract management.
• Familiarity with Project Management and proven ability to lead & manage projects.
• Knowledge of the cross-cultural working environment and working styles of utilities in the region.
• Proactive work style, creativity, energetic & self-motivator with latest industry trends and knowledge.

Desired Qualifications:

• Fair Knowledge of MS Office, SAP, and Primavera is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Grid Products such as Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS), Power Transformers, protection relays, and Substation systems will be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel overseas for short business trips.

Additional Information:

Relocation Assistance Provided: No