Senior Project Manager

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional projects in a dynamic trading and industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of project management experience, a strong background in methodologies such as PMBOK and Agile, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers competitive compensation, strategic visibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Senior leadership role with strategic visibility

Opportunity to manage high-impact, complex projects

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of project management experience in related fields.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies like PMBOK, PRINCE2, and Agile.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope and objectives aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross‑functional teams and manage project execution.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Risk Management

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Project Management

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Senior Project Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross‑functional projects from initiation through delivery within a trading and industrial solutions environment. This role is responsible for defining project scope, managing resources, controlling budgets, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely, high‑quality project outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, structured project governance, and the ability to align stakeholders around clear objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Governance

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation models.
• Establish project governance structures, reporting cadence, and control mechanisms.

Execution & Delivery Management

• Lead end‑to‑end project execution, ensuring milestones, timelines, and quality standards are met.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, vendors, and external partners to deliver project outcomes.
• Monitor project progress, manage dependencies, and address issues proactively.

Risk, Cost & Quality Management

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation and contingency plans.
• Control project budgets, track costs, and ensure financial discipline throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure deliverables meet defined quality standards and stakeholder expectations.

Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication, status reporting, and escalation management.
• Facilitate steering committee meetings, reviews, and decision‑making forums.

Change & Issue Management

• Manage scope changes through formal change‑control processes.
• Resolve conflicts and issues impacting project delivery in a timely and structured manner.
• Ensure alignment between evolving business requirements and project objectives.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

• Track project KPIs, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Prepare regular project status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Conduct post‑project reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Lead, coach, and motivate project team members to achieve high performance.
• Promote best practices in project management methodologies and tools.
• Support capability building and continuous improvement across project teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 8–12 years of project management experience, preferably in trading, industrial, or solution‑based environments.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid models).
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and complex stakeholder groups.
• Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.

Key Competencies & Behaviours

• Strategic and structured project thinking
• Strong leadership and stakeholder‑management capability
• High accountability and ownership mindset
• Excellent problem‑solving and risk‑management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Collaborative, results‑oriented, and adaptable approach

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Senior leadership role with strategic visibility
• Opportunity to manage high‑impact, complex projects
• Cross‑functional exposure and professional growth
• Supportive, performance‑driven work environment

Apply now!