Engineering Program Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

This role requires a hands-on leader with the ability to manage multiple cross-functional workstreams, optimize resource utilization, implement standardized processes, and drive consistent program execution and reporting across geographically distributed teams.

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Remote.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of high-impact technical programs across multiple sites, including EPC, O&M, and field services initiatives.
• Maintain full visibility into project health, resource planning, financials, risks, and deliverables across all active programs.
• Develop, implement, and manage standardized tools and frameworks for project tracking, milestone reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Drive continuous process improvement, ensuring consistent documentation, workflow efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Provide program-level forecasting and reporting for internal stakeholders, identifying bottlenecks and proposing actionable solutions.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, operations, field services, and IT teams.
• Oversee technical documentation, vendor coordination, inspections, and field implementation activities.
• Support mobilization of technical manpower and deployment of equipment in compliance with project timelines and safety standards.
• Contribute to the integration and execution of digital tools and systems, including project management platforms, ERP, procurement workflows, and analytics dashboards.
• Serve as a liaison between executive leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to ensure clarity, alignment, and accountability.
• Participate in design reviews, QA/QC inspections, factory acceptance testing, and commissioning processes when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related engineering field (Master s degree preferred).
• 7+ years of project or program management experience in the oil & gas, utilities, or industrial services sectors.
• Experience leading both field-based technical projects and digital operational initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of engineering systems, equipment, and industrial workflows (e.g., turbines, switchgear, controls, skids).
• Proficiency in resource forecasting, budgeting, scheduling, and program-level KPI reporting.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, Smartsheet, Microsoft Planner, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement cycles, and RFQ-to-PO workflows.
• Knowledge of industry compliance and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication, cross-functional leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically or internationally as project needs require.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing global technical teams, equipment deployment, and project delivery at scale.

Company Industry

• IT - Software Services

Department / Functional Area

• Administration

Keywords

• Technical Program Manager - Power Generation

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