Project Manager - Security Systems

Johnson Controls; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager for ELV Systems to lead and manage security systems projects in Dubai. This role involves overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project engineering, particularly within the low voltage security systems sector, and will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the success of innovative security solutions in the region.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of project engineering experience in low voltage security systems.
• Leadership experience in the GCC region with strong decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management team in executing security system projects.
• Monitor project costs, timelines, and quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Organizational Skills

Negotiation Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

As the Project Manager ELV Systems you will play a pivotal role in driving the growth of our Security Systems business. Based in Dubai you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for managing the design and execution of projects. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the project management team in designing and executing projects.
• Monitoring assigned engineering projects QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications.
• Interacting daily with clients to understand their needs and represent the company in the field.

How you will do it

Your expertise in large project executions and in-depth knowledge of security systems solutions in the Middle East region will be crucial. You will:

• Lead a team of field technicians and site engineers to complete and deliver security system projects.
• Monitor and control project cost, time, and scope.
• Prepare project progress reports and present them to internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand and monitor various financial metrics of the projects ensuring timely submission of billing invoices and facilitating payment collection.
• Communicate formally (letters) and informally (verbally) with clients.
• Prepare technical submittals, drawings, method statements, etc. as per project requirements.
• Prepare and comply with project quality plans and inspection & test plans ensuring full compliance with specifications and client requirements.
• Initiate change processes to manage variations as per contract terms.
• Ensure key milestone dates are met and develop plans to bring projects back on track if delays occur.
• Manage all allocated staff and resources to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and train allocated staff.
• Ensure compliance with company and client QHSE policies/procedures.
• Liaise with QA/QC and HSE managers on all aspects of quality and HSE.
• Monitor and control all aspects of specialist subcontractors including finalizing subcontract agreements, certifying subcontract invoices, and resolving disputes.
• Ensure subcontractors follow all HSE guidelines as per company and customer policies.
• Manage and archive all project data as per company guidelines.
• Work with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or a similar discipline from a reputable university.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of project engineering experience in executing low voltage security systems.
• Recent leadership experience in the GCC region.
• Experience in handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, labor management, and influencing skills.
• Clear understanding of Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) regulations.
• Fluency in English and excellent email etiquette.
• Strong decision-making skills.

Preferred

• Project management certification such as PMP.
• Experience working with Tier 1 Contractors.
• Ability to converse and write in Arabic.
• Additional certifications related to contracts and project program management such as MS Project.
• Certifications in various security system products.

Required Experience:

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