Project Manager (Digital Transformation)

Brainlake; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading digital transformation firm is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex government and enterprise projects in the UAE. You will oversee the end-to-end execution of digital transformation initiatives, ensuring delivery aligns with business objectives. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of project management experience, with proven abilities in handling large-scale projects in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Certification in PMP or Agile is a plus, and Arabic speaking is preferred. This is a contract-based role requiring on-site work.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project management, with at least 2 years leading large digital transformation programs.
• Prior experience working on government-led initiatives in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
• Familiarity with digital platforms and customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital transformation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinate with internal teams and government stakeholders.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional team leadership

Communication skills

Education

PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Trello

Confluence

Monday.com

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex digital transformation programs for government and enterprise clients in the UAE. If you\'ve successfully delivered large-scale projects in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, understand how to navigate multi-stakeholder environments, and can manage cross-functional teams with confidence, we\'d love to meet you. You\'ll oversee end-to-end execution: from project scoping and stakeholder alignment to execution, reporting, and delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong structure, clarity, and the ability to drive momentum in high-impact programs.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead digital transformation programs from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, vendors, and government stakeholders across multiple workstreams
• Own project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and reporting
• Manage risk, dependencies, and escalations with a calm and solutions-oriented approach
• Facilitate workshops, planning sessions, and steering committees to align on priorities and progress
• Define clear project documentation, timelines, KPIs, and delivery standards
• Ensure quality assurance across all deliverables — from design and tech to rollout and adoption
• Track and report on milestones, blockers, and outcomes to senior leadership and client stakeholders
• Support post-launch optimization and continuous improvement

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in project management, with at least 2 years leading large digital transformation programs
• Prior experience working on government-led initiatives in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or the wider GCC
• Deep understanding of digital platforms, customer experience, and agile delivery models
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams including UX, tech, strategy, and data
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills — able to present to C-level executives
• A structured mindset with the ability to juggle multiple workstreams without losing control
• Familiarity with project tools like Jira, Trello, MS Project, Confluence, or Monday.com
• Arabic speaking is preferred
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are a bonus
• Available to work on-site in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or other GCC locations if required
• Open to contract-based engagement (not a permanent role)