Project Manager (m/f/d)

Role Purpose

The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects , ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget . The role involves managing project planning, execution, risk, and stakeholder communication while ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and organizational standards .

The position plays a key role in coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors , maintaining strong oversight of project performance, and ensuring structured closure with lessons learned and continuous improvement .

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including:
• Scope definition
• Timelines and milestones
• Resource allocation
• Budget estimates
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, time, and cost constraints
• Track progress against plans and adjust as needed to meet objectives
• Risk, Issue & Change Management
• Maintain and manage RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies)
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively
• Manage and resolve project issues in a timely manner
• Oversee change management processes, ensuring proper approvals and documentation
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders
• Provide regular updates through:
• Status reports
• Steering committee presentations
• Ensure clear communication across:
• Business stakeholders
• Technology teams
• External vendors
• Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve conflicts effectively
• Vendor & Team Coordination
• Coordinate delivery across:
• Internal teams (IT, business, operations)
• External vendors and third-party providers
• Ensure vendor deliverables meet quality, timelines, and contractual expectations
• Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues where necessary
• Governance & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to:
• Organizational project governance frameworks
• PMO standards and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails
• Ensure projects meet regulatory and compliance requirements (especially in banking environments)
• Reporting & Performance Tracking
• Track and report on:
• Project progress
• Budget utilization
• Risk and issue status
• Provide dashboard reporting to senior management
• Use KPIs to assess project health and delivery effectiveness
• Project Closure & Continuous Improvement
• Ensure proper project closure including:
• Final deliverables acceptance
• Financial closure
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and document lessons learned
• Identify areas for improvement and contribute to PMO best practices
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Business Administration
• Information Technology
• Engineering or related field
  

Experience

• 8–10 years of experience in:
• Project management / program delivery
• Proven experience managing:
• Large-scale, cross-functional projects
• Technology or transformation initiatives
• Experience in banking or regulated environments is strongly preferred
  
  

Certifications (Preferred / Required)

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PRINCE2 Certification
  
  

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• Project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
• Risk and issue management practices
• Experience with:
• Project management tools (MS Project, Jira, etc.)
• Budget tracking and resource planning
• Familiarity with:
• Technology and IT project delivery environments
  

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
  
  

Key Competencies

• Project Planning & Execution
• Risk & Issue Management (RAID)
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Vendor Coordination
• Governance & Compliance
• Reporting & Performance Management
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering complex projects successfully
• Strong ability to manage stakeholders and drive alignment across teams
• Comfortable operating in structured, governance-driven environments (e.g., banking)
• Effective communicator with the ability to present to senior leadership
• Balanced capability across planning, execution, and risk management
  

Project Manager in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates