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Majid Al Futtaim

<div>
 
 🌟
 
 We&rsquo;re Hiring: Senior Project Manager
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Majid Al Futtaim
 
 is looking for an experienced
 
 Senior Project Manager
 
 to join our Project team and lead the successful delivery of key residential and mixed-use development projects.
 
 
 The role will be responsible for managing the
 
 full project lifecycle
 
 , from feasibility and concept development through design management, procurement, construction delivery, and final handover. The successful candidate will oversee major development components including
 
 villas, townhouses, village apartments, and associated public spaces
 
 , ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, cost efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Lead the development and delivery of assigned projects from concept through completion
 
 
 &bull; Support feasibility studies, concept master planning, and initial consultant briefing
 
 
 &bull; Develop procurement strategies for consultants, contractors, and supply chain partners
 
 
 &bull; Manage design coordination across internal departments and external consultants
 
 
 &bull; Oversee
 
 cost management, change management, and contract close-out
 
 in collaboration with the commercial team
 
 
 &bull; Manage contractor performance and ensure project delivery in line with design intent, quality, and safety requirements
 
 
 &bull; Identify and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
 
 
 &bull; Provide regular progress reporting to senior management
 
 
 &bull; Support the development and mentoring of junior team members
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 ✔ Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Civil Engineering, Building, or Project Management
 
 
 
 ✔
 
 15+ years of relevant experience
 
 in large-scale development or construction projects
 
 
 ✔ Strong experience in
 
 design management, procurement, contractor management, and project delivery
 
 
 
 ✔ Professional certifications such as
 
 MRICS or PMP
 
 are preferred
 
 
 ✔ Strong understanding of
 
 construction processes, statutory approvals, and project governance frameworks
 
 
 
 ✔ Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
 
 
 
 
 
 At
 
 Majid Al Futtaim
 
 , we believe in creating great moments for everyone, every day, and we are committed to delivering developments that enhance communities and create long-term value.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or share their profiles with us.
 
 
</div>

Senior Project Manager

OMPAY

<div>
 
 
 JOB SUMMARY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experienced and skilled Project Manager to oversee and coordinate multiple fintech projects with various vendors.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, vendor coordination, and financial technology solutions.
 
 
 This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills to ensure the seamless execution of multiple fintech initiatives, including (but not limited to) digital payments, remittances, card services, and payment gateway projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and manage multiple fintech projects across different vendors and stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate and communicate with internal teams, vendors, and external partners to ensure smooth project execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor vendor performance, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve conflicts between stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with industry regulations and security standards for financial services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track project progress using agile methodologies and project management tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage budgets, resource allocation, and project documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the implementation and growth of digital payments, remittances, card services, and payment gateway projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Report project status, risks, and key insights to senior management.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 REQUIRED SKILLS
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in fintech, payments, or banking solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of financial technology, payment systems, digital wallets, remittances, and card products.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, Trello, Asana, or equivalent).
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of regulatory and security requirements in fintech.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
 
 5 &ndash; 8 years
 
 
 
 
</div>

MindFriend PRO

<div>
 
 Location:
 
 Hybrid (International)
 
 
 
 Travel:
 
 Frequent - Must be able to travel with 24 hours' notice
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 
 USD $200K
 
 
 + Bonus
 
 Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
 
 We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert
 
 Senior Project Manager
 
 to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 
 
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:
 
 
 
 
 Non-Negotiable Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Project Manager
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to travel internationally with 24 hours' notice
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Top-Tier Salary:
 
 (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 
 
 
 Full Expense Coverage:
 
 All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 
 
 
 Hybrid Environment:
 
 A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 
 
 
 Professional Prestige:
 
 Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.
</div>

Arabic-Speaking Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Gulf)

Mind Friend PRO

<div>Location: Hybrid (International)
Travel: Frequent &ndash; Must be able to travel with 24 hours&rsquo; notice
Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert Senior Project Manager to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise. 
 
Requirements 
 
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:Non-Negotiable Requirements<ul><li>
Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
</li><li>Minimum Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (Master&rsquo;s preferred)
</li><li>Minimum 5 years&rsquo; proven experience as a Project Manager
</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
</li><li>Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
</li><li>Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
</li><li>Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
</li><li>Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
</li><li>Able to travel internationally with 24 hours&rsquo; notice
</li><li>Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
</li></ul>Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.</li><li>
Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.</li></ul>
Core Responsibilities<ul><li><ul><li>
Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
</li><li>Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
</li><li>Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
</li><li>Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
</li><li>Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required</li></ul></li></ul> 

Benefits 
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.</div>

Wood

<div>Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world
Wood is recruiting for a Senior Project Controller to join our team in Oman.</div>
 <div>Designing the future. Transforming the world
Reflecting the market focus for the brownfield and green field opportunities, multi-skilled personnel are sought, in particular those with experience in refinery and petrochemical industry.
What we can offer
<ul><li>Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil and gas and emerging energy sectors
</li><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
</li><li>Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme: Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The programme helps support your mental, physical, social &amp; financial well-being.
</li><li>Professional Memberships; One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
</li><li>Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
</li></ul>Typical responsibilities
<ul><li>Maintain and Develop overall project master schedule.
</li><li>Identify the critical milestones and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
</li><li>Assist Project Director/Manager/Team Leader in day-to-day planning &amp; controlling of projects.
</li><li>Liaise with all the project teams to ensure that the overall project progress is reported correctly and mitigation actions / recovery plans are developed for any significant variance from the plan.
</li><li>Review and comment on the Contractor project schedule.
</li><li>Review the work of the Contractor and Company Consultant, checking and certifying of execution documentation &amp; reports.
</li><li>Ensure activities are performed in accordance with established Company Quality procedures, HSE Codes and standards and recognized industry standards
</li><li>Provide reporting to the Project Director as per the project calendar and Company Project Controls procedures.
</li><li>Development of local engineers and providing development programs to ensure capability in takeover of planning responsibilities.
</li><li>Lead and manage a team planning and project control engineers assigned in different project or locations.</li></ul></div>
 <div>What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world&rsquo;s most critical challenges.
Experience:
<ul><li>Minimum 12 years of experience in similar projects
</li><li>Degree qualified with relevent certification
</li><li>Experience in refinery and petrochemical projects preferred
</li><li>Proficient knowledge of Primavera and other scheduling software and related tools and techniques including Logic and CPM analysis, resource loading and levelling
</li><li>Proficient knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Scheduling
</li><li>Proficient understanding of WBS &amp; CBS structures and project reporting capabilities
</li><li>Ability to develop project schedules and plans\
</li><li>Ability to prepare resource loading, progress and staffing plans
</li><li>Proficient understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenarios
</li><li>Detailed understanding of project management principles and techniques
</li><li>Good understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning &amp; Risk Analysis &amp; Management</li></ul></div>
 <div><div>Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Diversity Statement
</div><div>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.</div></div>

Senior Project Controller

Wood PLC

Green Umbrella Recruitment

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Information</h3>
<ul><div>Date Opened
<div>02/22/2026
</div></div><div>Job Type
<div>Full time
</div></div><div>Job Opening Status
<div>Open
</div></div><div>Work Experience
<div>15+ Years
</div></div><div>Industry
<div>Mining
</div></div><div>City
<div>Muscat
</div></div><div>State/Province
<div>Masqat
</div></div><div>Country
<div>Sultanate of Oman
</div></div><div>Zip/Postal Code
<div>0000</div></div></ul></div>
 <div>Strategic Project Development 
<ul><li>
Lead the planning and execution of all technical studies (Scoping, PFS, DFS, FEED) across COMPANY&rsquo;s project portfolio. 
</li><li>
Translate corporate objectives into fit-for-purpose project development strategies aligned with stage-gate / FEL methodologies. 
</li><li>
Lead internal and third-party technical reviews, ensuring studies meet international reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101). 
</li><li>
Define project development pathways for upstream, midstream, and downstream assets under COMPANY&rsquo;s investment mandate.</li></ul> 
Technical Study Management 
<ul><li>
Ensure all studies comply with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101), Omani regulations, and COMPANY technical governance. 
</li><li>
Direct and review engineering design, metallurgical testing, infrastructure assessments, and economic modelling. 
</li><li>
Coordinate internal and third-party inputs (EPCM firms, technical consultants, ESG experts) to deliver decision-quality study outputs.</li></ul> 
Execution Strategy Formulation 
<ul><li>
Develop contracting strategies, operation strategies, tendering frameworks, and execution methodologies to support transition to Gate 4 (execution). 
</li><li>
Lead the development of technical input into EPC/EPCM packages, construction strategies, and operational readiness plans. 
</li><li>
Collaborate with the Director &ndash; Project Controls &amp; Readiness to align schedule baselines, cost estimates, and risk profiles.</li></ul> 
Project Delivery Oversight 
<ul><li>
Oversee project planning, contracting, and execution, ensuring compliance with delivery schedules and capital efficiency. 
</li><li>
Establish project delivery frameworks, including EPC/EPCM selection, project controls, and stakeholder reporting mechanisms. 
</li><li>
Ensure operational readiness plans and handover procedures are embedded in project execution.</li></ul> 
Lifecycle Governance &amp; Assurance 
<ul><li>
Manage project development through Gates 0 to 3, ensuring technical and economic readiness for investment approval. 
</li><li>
Support CPTO in Gate 3 investment case validation and board-level technical reviews. 
</li><li>
Ensure study documentation supports due diligence, financing, permitting, and partner engagement processes.</li></ul> 
Stakeholder &amp; Risk Management 
<ul><li>
Lead interface with Exploration, ESG, Investments, Finance, and Legal to ensure integrated project planning. 
</li><li>
Drive early identification and mitigation of technical, commercial, and regulatory risks. 
</li><li>
Maintain alignment with government stakeholders, JV partners, and community engagement priorities.</li></ul> 
Team Leadership &amp; Capability Building 
<ul><li>
Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and study managers. 
</li><li>
Embed a culture of capital efficiency, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. 
</li><li>
Mentor Omani talent and contribute to national capacity-building objectives.</li></ul><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Requirements</h3><div>
Qualification:-</div><div></div><div><div><div> 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mining, Process, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering; Master&rsquo;s or MBA preferred. 
</li><li>
PMP qualification is advantage 
</li><li>
Minimum 15 years of experience in mining and industrial project development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. 
</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in delivering full project lifecycle studies under FEL and stage-gate frameworks. 
</li><li>
Proficient in project definition, cost estimation (AACEI classifications), and execution strategy development. 
</li><li>
Deep understanding of JORC/NI 43-101, engineering design codes, and permitting frameworks.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div></div>

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Senior Project Controller

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