Project Manager in United Arab Emirates

Overview

In this role you will lead the delivery of large, complex projects in the hospitality sector, coordinating cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. You will define delivery strategies, manage governance and budgets, and ensure projects align with contractual and quality standards. The position sits within Currie & Brown’s project management practice, offering exposure to high-profile clients and opportunities to shape project outcomes on a global scale. A focus on leadership, risk mitigation, and process improvement will drive successful delivery and client satisfaction.

Pay / Benefits

• comprehensive benefits packages
• international mobility opportunities
• career progression
• inclusive culture
• global exposure
• focus on employee futures

Responsibilities

• Deliver large-scale, complex projects from definition to completion
• Lead and develop project teams, set objectives and manage performance
• Establish delivery plans, governance, and controls to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes
• Coordinate multiple consultants and contractors
• Plan and track budgets, identify variances, and control delivery targets
• Provide process improvements and best-practice recommendations
• Present risks, issues, and mitigations to senior management
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to manage expectations and progress
• Translate business objectives into financial targets and project plans
• Support talent development and succession planning
• Contribute to Currie & Brown’s strategic vision for respective projects

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Project management certification or accreditation (e.g., PMP)
• Experience leading large-scale, complex projects
• Proven ability to lead and motivate large teams
• Strong pre- and post-contract experience
• Excellent contract administration experience
• Executive-level stakeholder management experience
• Industry experience in hospitality or related sectors
• Proven track record of delivering projects to compliant standards

• Stakeholder management
• Leadership and people development
• Communication and collaboration
• Project governance and controls
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Contract administration

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