Manager - Projects

Transguard Group was established in 2001 and has diversified significantly, we lead in the fields of Cash Services, Security Services, Manpower Services, Facilities Management & Aviation. Transguard Group is the UAE’s most trusted business support and outsourcing provider and has a large, dynamic, and culturally diverse workforce with 50,000 employees! We are currently recruiting for Manager – Projects to be based out of their office in Dubai.

Job Purpose:

• The purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of the projects from Brief / Business Case through to entry into service/handover. The role is to be the focal point and area of expertise for stakeholder engagement and resolution of day-to-day actions as part of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Be the single point of contact for general delivery & stakeholder management.
• Responsible for the execution of the project in alignment with the Project Management Governance.
• Responsible for the development & sign-off of the Project Management Plan (PMP) with the Business Owner & Programme Lead.
• Manage project delivery at all stages, inclusive of any changes/ variations.
• Determine the Concept & Detailed Design activities with the Design, Research & SME departments within the company.
• Liaise the Procurement activities with Supply Management.
• Manage the physical works on site including areas out of and back into the operation with all stakeholders.
• Provide appropriate reporting (e.g. cost, schedule, risks) to ensure transparent communication.
• Demonstrate strong client focus at the project level ensuring good working relationships.
• Determine SME, internal/ external resources, etc. to ensure optimal execution of the projects.
• Motivate project team members to achieve project objectives.
• Communicate/ report across organization, as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management.
• Project Scheduling, Risk & Issues Management, Budget Management, Procurement Strategy & Contract Administration, Stakeholder Management, etc.
• Operational Readiness experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.