Senior Manager - PMO

Confidential Company

Posted on 19 Feb

Experience

15 - 20 Years

Job Location

Dubai - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Civil)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  1. Lead and oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) across all construction and real estate developments, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and investment objectives.

  2. Establish and enforce standardized project management methodologies, governance frameworks, policies, and reporting structures.

  3. Manage the overall project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic value, risk exposure, and financial impact.

  4. Oversee master planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and resource planning to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

  5. Monitor CAPEX performance, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting in coordination with finance and commercial teams.

  6. Implement robust risk management processes to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

  7. Provide executive-level reporting and dashboards to senior management and board members on portfolio health and performance.

  8. Ensure effective contract administration, variation management, claims control, and dispute resolution.

  9. Coordinate with consultants, contractors, developers, investors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth project execution.

  10. Drive quality assurance, HSE compliance, and adherence to local building codes and regulatory standards.

  11. Lead change management processes, controlling scope adjustments and ensuring proper approval workflows.

  12. Optimize resource allocation across multiple concurrent developments to maximize productivity and efficiency.

  13. Implement and enhance project management systems (Primavera P6, ERP platforms, BIM integration, cost control tools).

  14. Identify performance gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery functions.

  15. Recruit, mentor, and develop PMO and project management teams, fostering high performance and accountability.

Desired Candidate Profile

  1. Education
    Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field. Master’s degree (MBA or Project Management) preferred.

  2. Experience
    15+ years of progressive experience in construction and real estate project management, with at least 5–7 years in a senior leadership or PMO role.

  3. Portfolio Exposure
    Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-project portfolios including mixed-use, residential, commercial, hospitality, or infrastructure developments.

  4. Strategic Leadership
    Demonstrated ability to align project portfolios with corporate strategy, investment goals, and long-term development plans.

  5. Financial & Commercial Acumen
    Strong expertise in CAPEX management, budgeting, cost control, cash flow forecasting, and ROI analysis.

  6. Project Controls Expertise
    Advanced knowledge of planning, scheduling, cost management, risk management, and performance tracking methodologies.

  7. Governance & Compliance
    Deep understanding of project governance frameworks, quality standards, HSE regulations, and real estate compliance requirements.

  8. Contractual & Claims Knowledge
    Strong experience in contract administration, procurement strategies, variation management, and claims resolution.

  9. Technology Proficiency
    Proficient in project management and planning tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, ERP systems, and BIM platforms.

  10. Stakeholder Management
    Proven ability to manage relationships with investors, developers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

  11. Risk Management Capability
    Strong analytical skills to identify, assess, and mitigate complex project risks.

  12. Leadership & Team Development
    Experience building and leading high-performing PMO and project teams across multiple projects.

  13. Communication Skills
    Excellent presentation and reporting skills with the ability to communicate effectively at board and executive levels.

  14. Certifications (Preferred)
    PMP, PgMP, PMI-RMP, RICS, or equivalent professional certifications.

  15. Personal Attributes
    Strategic thinker, results-driven, commercially aware, decisive leader with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Head Of Project Management
  • Director Of PMO
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management

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