We're working on a large transformation programme Financial Institution in Abu Dhabi.

Role Overview:

We are seeking experienced and technically strong Project Managers to lead and deliver a range of digital and technology transformation projects, including web platforms, procurement systems, and enterprise applications.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of hands-on project management experience, with a deep understanding of the entire Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC) — from initiation and planning through to execution, governance, vendor management, and post-implementation support.

These are generalist roles, requiring strong delivery leadership, stakeholder engagement, and governance capabilities across both business and technology domains.

Key Responsibilities:

1. End-to-End Project Delivery

• Lead and manage complex technology and digital projects from initiation to go-live.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans and schedules using Microsoft Project, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Drive execution against plan, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risks.

2. Governance & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare and present project updates to Steering Committees and senior stakeholders.
• Manage communications and expectations across business, IT, and vendor teams.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms to ensure project transparency and control.

3. Vendor & Partner Management

• Manage external technology vendors, ensuring deliverables, SLAs, and quality standards are met.
• Lead procurement processes for digital and technology services where required.
• Negotiate contracts, track vendor performance, and escalate issues proactively.

4. Technical Delivery & Quality

• Work closely with technical leads, solution architects, and business analysts to ensure solution design and delivery
• Oversee system integrations, testing, and go-live readiness.
• Ensure delivery aligns with enterprise architecture and security standards.

5. Risk, Issue & Change Management

• Identify and mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and resolve issues promptly.
• Drive structured change control to manage project scope and avoid scope creep.
• Maintain clear documentation, decision logs, and lessons learned repositories.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in technology or digital project management, preferably across web, ERP/procurement,
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end project lifecycles within structured PM frameworks (Agile and/or Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project for planning and schedule tracking.
• Experience managing Steering Committees, executive stakeholders, and C-level reporting.
• Strong vendor and partner management experience, including contract negotiation and performance oversight.
• Excellent understanding of software delivery processes, system integrations, and digital platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with confidence presenting to senior audiences.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile PM).
• Experience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and enterprise collaboration tools.
• Background in digital transformation or enterprise systems implementation projects.