Project Manager

Stryker Corporation; Manama; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Bapco Energies seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of major IT projects across the organization. You will coordinate with architects and business units to align on scope and success metrics.

Responsibilities include budget oversight, risk mitigation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement, while mentoring junior team members and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and strategic leadership skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of comprehensive project plans with scope, timelines and resources.
• Own execution of IT projects, managing teams and stakeholders for delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders to communicate status, risks and issues.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement corrective actions.
• Manage project budgets and report on financial performance.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement and responsible mentorship for juniors.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / IT / CS

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PM tools / methodologies

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact IT projects across Bapco Energies. This role is essential for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the strategic objectives of the organization. The Project Manager will closely coordinate with the enterprise architect, process architect, information architect, and business units to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Leadership: Lead the development of comprehensive project plans that outline scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements. Ensure that project plans align with the strategic goals of Bapco Energies and support the overall business strategy.
• Autonomous Execution & Delivery: Take full ownership of the execution of IT projects, managing project teams, resources, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. Monitor project progress, address issues, and implement corrective actions as needed, with minimal supervision.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders, including the enterprise architect, process architect, information architect, and business units, to communicate project status, risks, and issues. Provide regular updates and reports to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Strategic Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage project risks. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on project delivery, making strategic decisions to navigate challenges.
• Budget Oversight: Manage project budgets, ensuring that projects are delivered within financial constraints. Monitor and report on budget performance, making strategic adjustments as necessary.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations. Implement quality control processes and conduct regular reviews to ensure compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation within the project management function. Implement best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with projects. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on change implementation.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on activities and KPIs to senior management. Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making.

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Strong project management and strategic leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Skills:

• Strategic Leadership: Ability to lead and manage high-impact IT projects with a strategic focus, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Autonomous Decision-Making: Proven ability to make strategic decisions independently, navigating challenges and driving project success.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including the enterprise architect, process architect, information architect, and business units, ensuring their needs are understood and addressed.
• Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and manage project risks, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation within the project management function.

Experience

• Minimum Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field. A Master\'s degree is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Prosci, PMP are preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of total work experience in the IT industry, with at least 5 years of experience in IT project management, or a related role within the energy sector.

About Us

Bapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies\' mission to power the next generation.

About the Team

The integrated Company leading the energy transition in the Kingdom of Bahrain, powering the next generation.