PROJECT MANAGER : STRATEGY & CONSULTING

Antal International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Dubai is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex consulting engagements across diverse sectors. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of relevant experience and proven project management skills, particularly within government or public sector projects. Responsibilities include managing client interactions, coordinating teams, ensuring quality deliverables, and tracking project progress. This role offers the opportunity to advance your career with a respected industry leader in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6–10 years of relevant experience in project management.
• 2–3 years in consulting or professional services with government or public sector transformation projects.
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of strategy and advisory projects.
• Serve as primary contact for client teams.
• Track and report project progress, budgets, and KPIs.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Project financial management

Quality control processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy or related field

Master’s or MBA preferred

Tools

PMP certification

Prince2 certification

Job description

Job Description

We are a Dubai-based strategy and consulting firm serving a diverse portfolio of government, semi-government, and private sector clients across the GCC. Our mission is to deliver transformative strategies, build institutional capabilities, and support national and organisational development through data-driven insights and hands‑on execution.

Role Overview

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of complex consulting engagements. You will manage day‑to‑day client interactions, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure timely delivery of project milestones, and maintain high standards in output quality. This role requires a strong mix of strategic thinking, execution discipline, and interpersonal leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee end‑to‑end delivery of strategy and advisory projects
• Develop and manage detailed project work plans, timelines, and resource allocations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client teams, building trusted relationships
• Facilitate workshops, stakeholder interviews, and project governance meetings
• Ensure quality assurance across all deliverables, aligning with client expectations and firm standards
• Identify and mitigate risks, manage change requests, and resolve issues proactively
• Track and report project progress, budgets, and KPIs to internal and external stakeholders
• Support proposal development, resource planning, and internal capability building initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy, Engineering, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred
• 6–10 years of relevant experience, including at least 2–3 years in project management within consulting or professional services
• PMP, Prince2, or other relevant project management certification is an advantage
• Demonstrated experience managing government or public sector transformation projects is highly preferred
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and communication skills
• Solid understanding of project financials, delivery frameworks, and quality control processes
• Familiarity with GCC / UAE institutional and regulatory landscape is a strong plus
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus

We would love to hear from you if you are ready to advance your career with a respected industry leader.

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