Project Management Officer (Ref: 192555)

Permanent Job Alert

Title: PMO Lead / Project Management Officer

Location: Dubai – Onsite 5 days per week

Salary: Up to 25,000 AED per month

Industry: Construction

Contact: lydia.hedges@forsythbarnes.com

Brief Overview:

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a leading construction organisation in Dubai as they undergo a major IT and business transformation. The business is seeking an experienced PMO professional to provide governance, reporting, and oversight across a range of IT and operational projects.

To be successful, candidates must be able to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, and provide clarity and control across project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong IT project management background and experience within the construction sector.

PMO Lead – Requirements:

• At least 7–10 years’ experience in a PMO or Project Management role

• Extensive experience supporting and governing large-scale IT or transformation projects

• Strong background in project governance, financial tracking, and portfolio reporting

• Experience working directly with senior stakeholders on project assessment, budgets, and delivery timelines

• Previous experience managing IT projects, ideally within construction or related industries

• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to operate in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proficiency with PMO tools such as MS Project, Power BI, or Jira

• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification preferred

If you're interested, please apply by emailing me with a copy of your most up-to-date CV and your current availability.

Please also feel free to pass this on to anyone you think it may suit or anyone you know who may be interested.