Project Manager - EMIRATI Talent

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning

• Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, timeline, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans and ensure alignment with business goals.
  
  

• Prepare project budgets and monitor expenditures to ensure cost control and value optimization.
• Report on budget variances and implement corrective measures when required.
  
  

• Proactively identify and assess potential risks to project delivery.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to reduce project disruptions.
  
  

• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular status updates and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
  
  

• Monitor project schedules to ensure key milestones are met.
• Adjust plans as needed to address delays or changing priorities.
  
  

• Ensure project deliverables meet defined standards and requirements.
• Conduct quality reviews and facilitate continuous improvement.
  
  

• Coordinate and manage internal and external resources to deliver project objectives.
• Optimize resource usage to prevent bottlenecks or shortfalls.
  
  

• Identify issues early and implement practical, effective solutions.
• Manage conflicts and facilitate resolution among cross-functional teams.
  
  

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, risk logs, and change requests.
• Ensure accurate records for audit, compliance, and lessons learned purposes.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in project management, ideally in a technical or defense-related industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to closure.
  
  

• Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana)
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead teams and influence without authority
• Familiarity with procurement and contract management processes
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage