Senior Manager - Projects

Confidential Company; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of strategic initiatives from initiation to closure. You will develop detailed plans, manage budgets and resources, mentor teams, and ensure effective stakeholder communication with transparent reporting on risks and issues.

A Bachelor's in Engineering or Business, a Master's preferred, and PMP certification with at least five years in senior PM roles are required, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience in the [Industry] industry, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle from initiation to closure aligned with objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, schedule, budget and resource allocation while proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Manage and mentor project teams fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment and providing guidance and support to team members.
• Drive effective communication and stakeholder management ensuring transparent reporting on project status risks and issues to all relevant parties.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree

PMP or equivalent certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and stakeholder expectations
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope schedule budget and resource allocation while proactively managing risks and dependencies
• Manage and mentor project teams fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment and providing guidance and support to team members
• Drive effective communication and stakeholder management ensuring transparent reporting on project status risks and issues to all relevant parties

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is required, demonstrating a solid understanding of project management principles.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior management role, showcasing progressive career growth.
• Experience working within the [Industry] industry, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities.