Project Engineer(6months Contract)

JAMS HR Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

JAMS HR Solutions seeks a Project & Operations Coordinator to bridge engineering initiatives with daily operations and indirect procurement. You will track CAPEX, automation, CI, and budgets while coordinating cross-functional activities across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance.

The role requires 2–3 years in project coordination within a manufacturing or heavy operations setting, with strong MS Office and Oracle ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in project coordination or operations management.
• Experience in manufacturing or heavy operations environment preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project tracking tools.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and budget mapping skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional audiences.
• Analytical mindset with data tracking and KPI reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage, track, and report on Operations, CI, Automation, and CAPEX projects.
• Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, action items, and budget allocations against Tarkees approvals.
• Serve as central hub for collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and HR.
• Prepare and present project status updates, KPI metrics, and executive reviews for leadership.
• Maintain strict project documentation and change control logs.
• Provide leadership support with calendars, meetings, travel logistics, and visitor coordination.
• Draft operational reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and management reviews.
• Coordinate onboarding schedules, training events, and team engagement activities.
• Maintain immaculate department records, compliance documentation, and organizational data.
• Support procurement for operational materials by raising purchase requisitions and tracking POs.
• Monitor PPE and operational material stock and ensure supplier/vendor records.

Skills

Project coordination

Operations management

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Autonomy

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil or Mechanical)

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an organized, proactive, and highly coordinated Project & Operations Coordinator to join our team on an initial 6-month extendable contract. Holding a basic qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, the ideal candidate will bridge the gap between technical project engineering, daily operations management, and indirect procurement.

You will be responsible for driving cross-functional project tracking (CAPEX, Automation, and CI), handling operational administration for leadership, and managing vendor purchase lifecycles using Oracle ERP.

• Contract Duration: 6 months (Initial engagement, strongly extendable based on project requirements and business needs).
• Location: UAE (Manufacturing / Operations Facility).
• Target Profile: 2–3 Years experience with an Engineering background.
• Project Lifecycle Tracking: Manage, track, and report on Operations, Continuous Improvement (CI), Automation, and CAPEX projects.
• Milestone & Budget Management: Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, action items, and meticulously track budget allocations against Tarkees approvals.
• Cross-Functional Facilitation: Serve as the central hub for collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and HR.
• Executive Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive project status updates, KPI metrics, and executive reviews for leadership.
• Documentation & Governance: Maintain strict project documentation, manage change control logs, and ensure timely delivery against target schedules.

2. Operations Administration

• Leadership Support: Provide high-level administrative support to Operations leadership, including managing complex calendars, meetings, travel logistics, and visitor coordination.
• Documentation Control: Draft and distribute operational reports, presentations, high-impact meeting minutes, and management reviews.
• Team Engagement: Coordinate onboarding schedules, departmental training events, and team engagement activities.
• Compliance Records: Maintain immaculate department records, compliance documentation, and organizational data.

3. Indirect Procurement Support

• Requisition Management: Support procurement for operational materials, office supplies, PPE, and consumables by raising purchase requisitions.
• Financial Sourcing Coordination: Interface directly with Finance and Procurement teams to track quotations, purchase orders (POs), approvals, and physical deliveries.
• Inventory Monitoring: Monitor stock levels of PPE and operational materials to prevent shortages.
• Supplier Log Management: Maintain comprehensive procurement records, vendor documentation, and expenditure tracking reports.

Candidate Requirements & Sourcing Profile

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree / Basic Qualification in Engineering (Civil or Mechanical).
• Experience: 2–3 years of proven experience in project coordination, operations management, or a closely related role.
• Industry Background: Demonstrated experience working within a manufacturing or heavy operations environment is highly preferred.
• Systems & Software Proficiency: High proficiency in MS Office Suite, project tracking tools, and robust hands-on experience with ERP systems (specifically Oracle).
• Project Capability: Proven track record of managing multiple, fast-moving projects simultaneously.
• Sourcing Indicators: Candidates must demonstrate fundamental knowledge of purchase order (PO) processes, vendor coordination, and strict compliance guidelines.
• Project & Process Management: Strong planning, scheduling, asset tracking, and process optimization skills.
• Analytical Skills: High aptitude for data tracking, metrics analysis, budget mapping, and reporting.
• Time Management & Autonomy: Ability to work completely independently, multi-task, prioritize high-impact demands, and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Communication: Flawless written and verbal communication skills tailored for diverse, cross-functional audiences and corporate leadership.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive problem-solver with exceptional attention to detail.