Project Management Director (UAE Nationals ONLY)

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and delivering transformation projects and other strategic initiatives under Transformation & PMO. Ensure that projects align with organizational goals, adhere to project management best practices, and drive continuous improvement in business processes. Additionally, project planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, and risk management to ensure timely and successful project completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1.    Project Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, set clear deliverables, and ensure projects are executed within scope, timeline, and budget.2.    Stakeholder Coordination: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of project objectives, expectations, and key milestones.3.    Transformation Project Management: Lead transformation initiatives by implementing structured methodologies to optimize efficiency and enhance operational effectiveness.4.    Resource Allocation: Manage project resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of personnel, tools, and financial resources.5.    Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address challenges to ensure project success.6.    Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track project progress, generate status reports and provide insights to leadership on project performance metrics.7.    Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to PMO governance frameworks, organizational policies, and relevant compliance requirements throughout project execution.8.    Change Management: Support the adoption of new processes and technologies by implementing management strategies that facilitate smooth transitions.9.    Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement, leverage project learnings, and contribute to refining PMO best practices.10.    Budget Oversight: Monitor project budgets, ensure cost control, and recommend financial adjustments to optimize expenditures while maintaining quality.11.    Quality Assurance: Implement quality standards in project execution, ensuring deliverables meet the required specifications and stakeholder expectations.12.    Information Security & Compliance: Adhere to internal security policies and industry regulations to safeguard project data and maintain confidentiality.

Job Requirements

•    Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, preferably in transformation projects or large-scale initiatives.•    Experience in managing multiple projects within a structured PMO. 

Required Qualifications:•    Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.•    PMP, PRINCE2, or an equivalent project management certification is preferred. 

Skills and Competencies:•    Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.•    Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.•    Effective stakeholder management and negotiation skills.•    Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.•    Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal. 

Technical Skills:•    Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, or Trello).•    Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid project management methodologies.•    Expertise in process improvement frameworks and digital transformation.•    Financial acumen to oversee project budgeting and cost control.