Project Manager

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 469,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Two duty meals provided at EKFC

Health and wellness coverage

Paid time off and public holidays

Performance-based annual bonus and SA/

Job summary

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a seasoned PMO professional in Dubai to drive IT project delivery across a portfolio of initiatives. You will lead the IT project office, allocate resources, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget goals.

The role requires strong PM experience, robust communication skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. A competitive benefits package accompanies this opportunity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in IT.
• Proven ability to manage multiple IT projects and resources.
• Strong familiarity with PM methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Execute IT Project Office strategies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Allocate resources across IT projects for optimal utilization.
• Plan and schedule project timelines using Monday.com/Jira to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor performance with KPIs and deliver progress reports to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage scope changes and contingencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

CxO-facing communication

Technical background

Infrastructure

Software development

Cloud technologies

Web technologies

Education

IT/CS degree

PM certs (PRINCE2/Agile/PMP)

Tools

Monday.com

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Execute IT Project Office strategies, processes, methodologies, and best practices to ensure the successful delivery of IT projects.
• Manage and oversee the allocation of resources across IT projects, ensuring optimal utilization and efficiency.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools such as Monday.com/Jira to ensure that IT projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.
• Monitor and report on the performance of the IT project office and projects, using metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement via progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations to foster communication and aid in decision-making.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises to devise contingency plans.
• Build, develop, and grow business relationships through effective communication with external clients and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Lead and manage the IT project team, oversee projects, delegate tasks, resolve conflicts, and motivate team members for accountability and success.
• Oversee the integration of , new or existing applications, infra & digital transformation projects by coordinating objectives, involving stakeholders, understanding risks, and providing adequate support and training to ensure smooth transitions and alignment with business goals .
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Oversee the projects budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints and the company receives the best value for its technology investments.

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

• Bachelor or master’s degree in IT or Computer Science or equivalent degree
• PRINCE2 or Agile, PMP certification is a plus.

Work Experience

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience
• Proven experience in project management in the IT sector is a must.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices is a must.
• Experience with managing teams and resources in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant project management tools like Monday.com, MS Project or JIRA is a must.

Skills

• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in Infrastructure, software development, cloud and web technologies
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges is a must
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is a must
• Excellent CxO-facing and internal communication skills

About Us

EKFC ( https://www.emiratesflightcatering.com/about-us/):

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Build Your Future With Us

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Why Work With Us

At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality services every single day.

You’ll Be Part Of

• A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem
• A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values
• A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter
• A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Life at EKFC

What You Can Expect

• Collaborative and approachable leadership
• A diverse, multicultural team
• Open communication and transparency

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Two duty meals provided at EKFC
• Health and wellness coverage
• Paid time off and public holidays
• Performance‑based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy
• Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)
• Learning and development support
• Team events and engagement activities

(Benefits may vary by role and location.)

Our Recruitment Journey

• Application review
• Initial interview or assessment
• Technical Interview & Case Study presentation
• Background Check
• Employment Contract

(The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.)

Requirements: