SENIOR MANAGER - PMO & BTS

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics and trade leader in Dubai is seeking a skilled financial project manager. The role involves direct financial modeling, overseeing Built-to-Suit developments, and integrating sustainable technologies into projects. Candidates should have a background in engineering or finance, with proven experience in managing complex projects and financial modeling. Strong organizational and stakeholder communication skills are essential. Join us to help redefine global trade and logistics in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with Direct CapEx/OpEx financial modeling and forecasting.
• Proven ability to manage complex Built-to-Suit projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct CapEx/OpEx financial modeling for development projects.
• Lead value engineering to optimize costs while maintaining quality.
• Manage relationships with internal units and clients.

Skills

Financial modeling

Project management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, or related field

Tools

PMO frameworks

Digital Twin technologies

BMS systems

Job description

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

Job Description

Key Responsibility

Direct CapEx/OpEx financial modeling, P&L forecasts, and feasibility studies for complex Built-to-Suit developments.

Serve as the technical input lead, ensuring design briefs and architectural programming align with client operational requirements and asset management strategy.

To support in the technical assessment and coordination of BTS projects. This includes assisting in site due diligence and coordinating with internal design, engineering, and project management teams to ensure the proposed developments are technically feasible and aligned with client requirements.

Drive the integration of sustainable and smart technologies (Solar, BMS, Digital Twin) into BTS projects

Implement PMO frameworks and KPI-based dashboards for strategic reporting on progress and risk.

Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle for the BTS portfolio, from due diligence to handover and long-term Facilities Management strategy.

Lead Value Engineering, targeting 10-15% cost optimization while maintaining technical specifications and operational quality

Provide advanced contractual and commercial advice, managing tender processes, negotiations, and claims (EOT/Variations).

Manage strategic relationships with internal business units and high-level clients, for project governance.

Conduct continuous market analysis and benchmarking of regional logistics/industry facility trends to ensure competitive BTS offering to ensure competitiveness of DP World’s BTS projects.

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate all technical, contractual, and commercial risks associated with the assigned portfolio elements.

Assist in negotiations on contracts, including lease terms, project scope, and timelines, while collaborating with legal, finance, and project teams to ensure contracts and financial structures are aligned with business goals and project feasibility.

Ensure effective coordination and communication among various internal and external stakeholders involved in the project lifecycle. This includes working closely with design, project management, legal, finance, and business development teams to facilitate seamless information flow and timely decision-making.

To prepare project trackers, status reports, meeting minutes, and presentation materials to keep all stakeholders informed. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, as the role requires balancing multiple tasks while maintaining clarity and alignment across functions.

To support the business development and sales functions by contributing to the techo commercial aspects of end-to-end process of client engagement and deal structuring. This includes assisting in the preparation of customized BTS proposals and presentations tailored to client requirements.

Assist in managing the PMO function, including the implementation of best practices, processes, and frameworks to support project management activities.

Ensure the implementation of the key project management duties including overseeing the portfolio of existing projects as well as new projects, alignment of the projects with business goals, tracking the progress of the projects, monitoring deadlines for tasks, reviewing documentation for project creation, analyzing financial data and creating reports for the management and stakeholders.

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