Senior IT Project Manager

Dautom; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government contractor in the UAE is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to oversee enterprise-level IT projects. The role requires expertise in cybersecurity, cloud, and ERP systems, with a strong background in the UAE public sector. Candidates must be fluent in Arabic and have 8-12 years of project management experience. This long-term position is onsite in Sharjah.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Arabic (mandatory).
• 8–12 years of total experience in IT project management.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects in government or enterprise settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery including scope and execution.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, software development, and digital initiatives.
• Coordinate with business units, vendors, and government stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

ITSM

Cybersecurity

Cloud Computing

ERP Systems

Education

Bachelor's in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

PMP Certification

PRINCE2 Certification

ITIL Certification

Agile Certification

CSM Certification

Job description

Hiring Now: IT Project Manager | Government Sector | Sharjah, UAE

Industry: Government Sector

Location: Sharjah, UAE

Position: Senior IT Project Manager (Arabic Profiles Only)

Contract Duration: 12+ Months (Long-Term)

Work Mode: Onsite

Working Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

️ Notice Period: Max 30 Days

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager for a prestigious government sector project in Sharjah. This role demands a strong background in delivering enterprise-level IT projects, particularly in cloud, cybersecurity, ERP, and digital transformation, with a clear understanding of UAE public sector standards and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project delivery: scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and execution
• Oversee IT infrastructure, software development, and digital initiatives
• Coordinate with business units, vendors, and government stakeholders
• Manage risk, compliance, and project budgets effectively
• Apply Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies as needed
• Ensure adherence to IT governance frameworks (ISO 27001, ITIL, UAE standards)
• Provide regular reporting to leadership and conduct post-project reviews

Desired Profile:

• Fluent in Arabic (mandatory)
• Bachelor's in IT, Computer Science, or related field
• 8–12 years of total experience in IT project management
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects in government or enterprise settings
• Strong understanding of ITSM, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and ERP systems
• Certifications preferred: PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL, Agile, CSM
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills