Project manager in Ajman, UAE

Abroad Work; Ajman; On-site; AED 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Job summary

Abroad Work in Ajman, UAE, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee delivery of projects from conception to completion. You will organize resources, set timelines and budgets, and ensure work progresses on schedule.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven track record managing projects end-to-end. Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall frameworks and the ability to lead virtual teams across locations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• PMP certification is an advantage.
• At least 5 years' experience as a Project Manager in a similar role.
• Proven track record of successful management of projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge in MS Office suite (Excel, Word & PowerPoint).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and manage projects from conception through completion.
• Develop project schedules, resources plans and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of project plans.
• Monitor project progress against timeline and budget.
• Regularly report on progress to senior executives.
• Ensure all stakeholders adhere to the agreed-upon project scope.
• Lead risk identification, mitigation strategies and issue resolution activities.
• Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Establish governance structure for the project team including roles & responsibilities.
• Define quality standards & criteria for deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Agile & Waterfall

Cross-functional teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

PMP certification (advantage)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Project manager in Ajman, UAE

Project Manager vacancy

Ajman, UAE

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Ajman. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and to budget. You will be expected to direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills. We are looking for a results-oriented individual with a track record of success in the management of projects throughout their lifecycle. A thorough understanding of the Project Management processes and methodology is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop and manage projects from conception through completion;


• Develop project schedules, resources plans and budgets;


• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of project plans;


• Monitor project progress against timeline and budget;


• Regularly report on progress to senior executives;


• Ensure all stakeholders adhere to the agreed-upon project scope;


• Lead risk identification, mitigation strategies and issue resolution activities;


• Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms;


• Establish governance structure for the project team including roles & responsibilities;


• Define quality standards & criteria for deliverables throughout the project lifecycle;

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is preferred


• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is an advantage


• At least 5 years' experience as a Project Manager in a similar role


• Proven track record of successful management of projects from start to finish


• Strong knowledge in MS Office suite (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)


• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills


• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers/external partners


• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines


• Able to lead virtual teams across multiple locations


• Experience working in both Agile & Waterfall frameworks


• Self-motivated with a proactive approach

We offer a competitive salary package of AED 1300 per month plus other benefits such as medical insurance coverage.

We are open to considering applications from immigrants/expats who meet our requirements.