# Project Manager – High Performance Computing (HPC) — Institute of Foundation Models

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Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 25,000 to 40,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-09-28
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## Description

The Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) at MBZUAI is building and operating large-scale GPU clusters supporting cutting-edge AI model training and research. We are seeking a highly organized and execution-oriented Project Manager to support the HPC function.

This role will work closely with the HPC Lead to drive infrastructure projects end-to-end — coordinating vendors, internal university departments (IT, procurement, compliance, finance), and research stakeholders — while ensuring documentation, governance, and delivery tracking are properly maintained.

Key Responsibilities

HPC Project Execution & Coordination

• Support planning and delivery of HPC infrastructure projects (GPU clusters, storage, networking, upgrades)

• Coordinate with external vendors (hardware providers, cloud partners, data center operators)

• Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and timelines

• Maintain project plans, logs, and status reports

• Organize and document project meetings and action items

Cluster Portfolio Tracking & IFM Project Support

• Maintain structured visibility of all major workloads and projects running on IFM clusters

• Track cluster allocation, major initiatives, and priority programs supported by HPC

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with IFM research teams and project owners

• Act as a coordination bridge to ensure key IFM projects receive proper infrastructure support

• Proactively identify risks impacting critical research timelines and escalate where needed

Cross-Department Coordination

• Act as liaison between HPC team and University IT, Procurement, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and HR

• Ensure requirements are clearly documented and aligned across stakeholders

• Proactively follow up to remove blockers and maintain project momentum

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain structured documentation of cluster specifications, contracts, SLAs, and change logs

• Support governance processes (SteerCo tracking, review cadences)

• Assist with audit preparation and documentation consolidation

Compliance & Management Support

• Assist with export control governance tracking and vendor compliance

• Support access control and user approval coordination with IT

• Track risk mitigation and regulatory documentation requirements

Reporting & Executive Communication

• Prepare concise leadership updates and executive summaries

• Develop slide decks and structured status reports

• Maintain dashboards for project status, budget tracking, and vendor performance

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (required)

• Master’s degree (MBA, Engineering, Technology Management, or related discipline) preferred

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Project Management

• Experience in technical or infrastructure projects

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally in a complex organization

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## Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (required). Master’s degree (MBA, Engineering, Technology Management, or related discipline) preferred. 5+ years of experience in Project Management. Experience in technical or infrastructure projects. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work cross-functionally in a complex organization.

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