Job Duration - 12 Month Contract Role

Job Purpose

• Provides Project delivery capability within the Project Management Office for WCS.

• Assists to develop and implement processes and procedures ensuring good practices in project management are set for the organization.

• Responsible for preparing project schedules, managing tender processes, coordinating and administering live projects from the Dubai office.

• Accountable for schedule control, cost management, budgets, variations, and risk management as per WCS procedures.

• Provides status and management reports and engages with clients throughout the project life cycle.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive and deliver projects across the WCS business in collaboration with the Lead Project Engineer and stakeholders.

• Lead structured project management practices for cost, time, and resource control.

• Utilise MS Project to administer project plans and control scope, variations, and deviations.

• Plan and schedule works and ensure site team compliance with PMO processes.

• Produce weekly and monthly project status reports with variance tracking.

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and implementation of safety policies globally.

• Act as an ambassador of WCS and DP World when engaging with clients, suppliers, and contractors.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.

• At least 7 years’ experience in project management practices within heavy industry, ideally marine port operations.

• Crane knowledge and experience desirable.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Skills

• Strong project planning, scheduling, and reporting skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Confident communicator at all organizational levels with strong presentation skills.