Project Assistant jobs in United Arab Emirates

Job Description:

The Project Manager would be managing Project/s related to retrofit. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project.

The successful candidate will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and will hire new talent as needed to fulfill client needs.

Require a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 8-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Perform a variety of tasks. Lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
2. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
3. Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
4. Ensure resource availability and allocation
5. Develop a detailed project plan (Primavera/MS Projects/as required by client) to monitor and track progress
6. Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
7. Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
8. Report and escalate to management as needed
9. Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
10. Perform risk management to minimize project risks
11. Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
12. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
13. Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
14. Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels
15. Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
16. Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
17. Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
18. Use and continually develop leadership skills
19. Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency
20. Perform other related duties as assigned
21. Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs
22. Developing and reviewing the Method statement for all work activities.
23. Understand the DXB, DWC PTW process and coordination with the respective Airport energy management team.
24. Coordinating with SDGE HSE Manager to execute all work activities safely.
25. Monitoring and control on Materials/Equipment's used for the project.
26. Monitoring the log sheet of installation lighting products and obsolete lights
27. Coordinating with M&V Engineer on pre and post surveys.
28. Monitoring and control on power measurement and lux measurements.

Requirements:

1. Proven working experience in project management
2. Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
3. Experience in MEP / Lighting Retrofit Scope
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
6. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office/ MS Project
7. Oracle Primavera knowledge and experience
8. Project Management Professional (PMP)/ CMVP/ CEM / PRINCE II certification is a plus
9. Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience