Project Manager

Nabat; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A climate tech venture is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex environmental projects in Abu Dhabi. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in managing environmental or sustainability-focused projects, excellent organizational skills, and be proficient in project management tools. This role requires a deep understanding of environmental regulations and stakeholder management skills. Join us to shape the future of sustainable agriculture through innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing environmental or sustainability-focused projects.
• Prior experience working with mangrove, coastal, or arid ecosystems is strongly preferred.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage project strategies across multiple environmental projects.
• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of projects from initiation to closeout.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks.
• Draft, review, and edit high-quality technical environmental reports.
• Oversee customer onboarding processes and promote platform adoption.

Skills

Project management

Environmental management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Nabat is a climate tech venture developing AI and robotics solutions to enable ecosystem restoration and precision agriculture.

We are on a mission to provide tools that help make the difference for our planet. We are looking for people that are self-driven, passionate, and with a sense of purpose.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex environmental projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project and environmental management, with a proven ability to balance competing priorities, mitigate risks, and ensure successful outcomes in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments. This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to apply both strategic direction and technical understanding to achieve sustainable results.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop, implement, and manage project strategies, objectives, timelines, and execution plans across multiple environmental projects.
• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Translate complex environmental objectives into actionable project plans that reflect organizational goals and client expectations.
• Understanding of local environmental regulatory frameworks around mangrove ecosystem, coastal and arid habitats.

Multi-Project Management

• Manage multiple concurrent projects with varying levels of complexity and competing deadlines.
• Coordinate internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and efficient resource utilization.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Expertise

• Evaluate complex situations and datasets to identify root causes, risks, and opportunities.
• Select appropriate methods and techniques to resolve technical and operational challenges, leveraging both internal and external resources.

Risk Management & Reporting

• Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks to minimize impact on delivery.
• Maintain accurate tracking of project performance, schedules, milestones, and budgets.
• Prepare and deliver regular progress reports, technical documentation, and stakeholder updates.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

• Implement the organization’s HSE standards across all project phases.
• Ensure all regulatory, safety, and sustainability requirements are consistently met or exceeded during project execution.

Environmental Reporting & Compliance

• Draft, review, and edit high-quality technical environmental reports and assessments.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations, permits, and legal requirements.
• Support internal auditing and regulatory reporting efforts.

Quality Assurance & Conflict Resolution

• Monitor work quality across teams and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify and address potential conflicts or project challenges early, taking corrective action to keep projects on track.

Customer Onboarding & Community Engagement

• Oversee customer onboarding processes to ensure successful integration with the organization’s platform.
• Promote platform adoption and monitor usage to maintain high customer satisfaction (CSAT) metrics.
• Facilitate cross-departmental communication to address and resolve customer-reported issues efficiently.
• Lead and coordinate community engagement activities related to project delivery, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and environmental objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing environmental or sustainability-focused projects.
• Prior experience working with mangrove, coastal, or arid ecosystems is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• High proficiency in project management tools
• Experience in preparing environmental reports and conducting regulatory compliance checks.
• Solid understanding of regional environmental laws and permitting processes (especially within GCC region).
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic is a plus.

At Nabat, we’re not just building technology — we’re shaping the future of sustainable agriculture through innovation and collaboration. If you’re passionate about making a real-world impact and working alongside a diverse team of curious minds, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in transforming data into solutions that matter.