AECOM
Senior Project Manager
Manama, BahrainPosted 2 months ago
Apply link checked 4 days ago
- Salary
- AED 29k–49k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Senior
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We're looking for a dynamic and organized Project Manager to join our team in Manama, Bahrain. In this role, you'll take ownership of moderately sized projects with varying complexity and financial impact, leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results. You'll be the driving force behind successful project execution, managing all technical, financial, and client satisfaction aspects while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering quality outcomes on time and within budget. Responsibilities: Plan, direct, and supervise all operations and activities included in assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client expectations Manage and lead technical, financial, and client satisfaction areas using consistent processes, tools, and best practices to drive project success Develop comprehensive project strategies, prepare compelling proposals, negotiate contracts, and execute projects from inception to completion Lead and mentor small to medium-sized teams across business lines, including remote team members and subcontractor management, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment Serve as the primary point of contact with clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources efficiently, analyzing risks and implementing mitigation strategies to achieve quality outcomes and financial performance targets Monitor project progress against established metrics, identify potential issues early, and make decisive adjustments to keep projects on track Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to fulfill project requirements and resolve conflicts with empathy and professionalism Prepare detailed project documentation, reports, and presentations that demonstrate progress, achievements, and lessons learned Continuously seek innovative solutions and process improvements to enhance project delivery and organizational efficiency
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field 5+ years of professional project management experience, preferably managing moderately complex projects with multiple stakeholders Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM), or equivalent project management certification Demonstrated expertise in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation Strong financial acumen with proven ability to manage project budgets and deliver within financial constraints Excellent leadership and team management skills with experience leading diverse, cross-functional teams Proficiency in project management software and tools (Microsoft Project, Asana, Monday.com, or similar platforms) Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, team members, and senior leadership Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented approach to project execution Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Responsibilities
Plan, direct, and supervise all operations and activities included in assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client expectations. Manage and lead technical, financial, and client satisfaction areas using consistent processes, tools, and best practices to drive project success. Develop comprehensive project strategies, prepare compelling proposals, negotiate contracts, and execute projects from inception to completion. Lead and mentor small to medium-sized teams across business lines, including remote team members and subcontractor management, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Serve as the primary point of contact with clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle. Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources efficiently, analyzing risks and implementing mitigation strategies to achieve quality outcomes and financial performance targets. Monitor project progress against established metrics, identify potential issues early, and make decisive adjustments to keep projects on track. Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to fulfill project requirements and resolve conflicts with empathy and professionalism. Prepare detailed project documentation, reports, and presentations that demonstrate progress, achievements, and lessons learned. Continuously seek innovative solutions and process improvements to enhance project delivery and organizational efficiency.
Skills
- Project management
- Microsoft Project
- Asana
- Monday.com
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Resource allocation
- Risk management
- Stakeholder management
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Client relationship management
- Financial analysis
- Forecasting
- Cross-functional collaboration
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