Smart Metering Systems Project Director

Talan Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting group in the UAE is seeking an experienced Smart Metering Systems Project Director to lead the delivery of Smart Metering systems. The role includes managing the lifecycle of Meters and Head-End System (HES), overseeing vendor integration, and ensuring compliance with data security standards. A strong technical background and leadership experience in large-scale utilities projects are required. This opportunity offers the chance to drive transformation in a critical technology sector.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in utilities or smart metering.
• Proven leadership across multiple technology domains.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle delivery of Smart Metering systems.
• Manage multi-vendor relationships and integration.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Leadership in technology domains

Stakeholder management

Communication protocols understanding

Vendor management

Education

Engineering or IT degree

PMP, MPM, or MSP certification

Job description

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a Smart Metering Systems Project Director to join our team.

Job Description

The Smart Metering Systems Project Director will lead the delivery of the Smart Metering ecosystem, encompassing Meters, communications services, Head-End System (HES), and Meter Data Management System (MDMS). The role ensures seamless integration between operational and IT systems, high-quality field deployment, and reliable data flow from devices to enterprise platforms. It requires strong technical acumen, vendor coordination, and programme leadership within large-scale utilities or smart grid transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle delivery of Meters, communications services, HES, and/or MDMS systems, ensuring technical alignment and performance.
• Manage multi-vendor relationships and integration across system components.
• Coordinate planning, logistics, testing, and operational readiness activities.
• Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and compliance with regulatory and performance standards.
• Supervise data integrity, validation, and transfer between HES, MDMS, and downstream systems.
• Report progress, risks, and dependencies to the Programme Manager and CTO.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across solution components.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in utilities, energy, or large-scale smart metering or AMI projects.
• Proven leadership across multiple technology domains (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, or related systems).
• Strong understanding of communication protocols (DLMS/COSEM), data integration, and cybersecurity.
• Experience managing multi-vendor delivery and technical integration in complex environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and delivery governance skills.
• Engineering, IT, or related technical degree; PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial.