Project Lifecycle Manager

: Manager Projects

Position Overview:

The Manager Projects will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and handover of large-scale infrastructure, renovation, and lifecycle projects. Operating within a high-stakes campus environment, the incumbent will manage a significant portfolio (AED 50M+), ensuring that all capital and operational projects align with global standards of excellence, safety, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Project Leadership

• Direct the full lifecycle of large-scale infrastructure and renovation projects, managing an annual project value of approximately AED 20 million.
• Establish and maintain robust project governance frameworks, reporting mechanisms, and performance dashboards to ensure total transparency for stakeholders.
• Lead the seamless transition and handover of assets from the project delivery phase to Facilities Operations.

2. Technical & Operational Oversight

• Provide subject matter expertise in MEP, HVAC, and civil works, ensuring all construction and maintenance activities allow for uninterrupted campus operations.
• Manage a diverse facility portfolio, including specialized environments such as laboratories, healthcare facilities, theaters, sports complexes, and residential accommodations.
• Implement comprehensive maintenance strategies (PPM, corrective, predictive, and reactive) for newly commissioned assets.

3. Sustainability & Innovation

• Drive energy efficiency initiatives, including BMS software upgrades, LED lighting transitions, and advanced water conservation methods.
• Manage specialized sustainability projects and carbon footprint reduction programs.

4. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure 100% compliance with UAE regulatory authorities, including ADM, ADCD, TAQA, and OSHAD.

5. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Collaborate closely with academic and research stakeholders to synchronize project timelines with the academic calendar, minimizing disruptions to teaching and research.
• Oversee vendor procurement, contract administration, and performance management to ensure cost-effective, high-quality delivery.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree in civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is an advantage.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in facilities project management, preferably within higher education, healthcare, or large-scale commercial sectors.
• Proven track record of managing multi-million AED budgets and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Deep familiarity with UAE Building Codes and local regulatory landscapes.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Project Management software
• Strong understanding of FM practices and asset lifecycle management.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to manage a cumulative portfolio of AED 50M+ while maintaining a granular focus on annual targets.
• Operational Continuity: A safety-first mindset with the ability to manage construction in live, sensitive environments (labs/theaters).
• Communication: Highly developed stakeholder management skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and academic leadership.