1326 Agile Project Manager jobs in Dubai

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Agile Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex projects using Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe. The Agile PM will facilitate collaboration, remove impediments, manage timelines and stakeholder expectations, and ensure continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Agile projects in alignment with business goals.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, Scrum Masters, developers, QA, and stakeholders.
• Track project progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello) and report metrics such as velocity, burndown, and team performance.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and resources, ensuring alignment with Agile principles.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to team members in Agile best practices and continuous delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and managing expectations.
• Identify and resolve blockers, escalate issues as needed, and ensure teams stay focused and productive.
• Coordinate with other Agile teams or programs in scaled environments (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).

Certifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent Agile certification (required or preferred).

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in Agile project or program management.
• Proven experience delivering complex IT or software projects using Agile methodologies.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
• Strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Rally, Azure DevOps).
• Ability to lead without authority and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced project manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex projects using Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe. The PM will facilitate collaboration, remove impediments, manage timelines and stakeholder expectations, and ensure continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Agile projects in alignment with business goals.
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, Scrum Masters, developers, QA, and stakeholders.
• Track project progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello) and report metrics such as velocity, burndown, and team performance.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and resources, ensuring alignment with Agile principles.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to team members in Agile best practices and continuous delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and managing expectations.
• Identify and resolve blockers, escalate issues as needed, and ensure teams stay focused and productive.
• Coordinate with other Agile teams or programs in scaled environments (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent Agile certification (required or preferred).
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Agile project or program management.
• Proven experience delivering complex IT or software projects using Agile methodologies.
• Skills: Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.), strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills, proficiency with project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Rally, Azure DevOps), ability to lead without authority and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Duration: 3 months (extendable subject to Business requirement)

Location: On-site, Dubai

1. Requirement Gathering (Functional & Technical)
2. Monitor project workstreams against scope & plan.
3. Participate in workshops/brainstorming sessions during approach & planning discussions and provide inputs.
4. Documentation of as is to future process
5. Data Analysis
6. Communication and collaboration
7. Prepare and provide weekly/fortnightly/monthly progress updates to program stakeholders including the project team members, covering program plan, key activities completed, upcoming activities, key risks and issues with mitigations and resolutions.
8. Market Analysis – due diligence for specific trends, industry norms and future strategies in coordination with workstream leads.
9. Coordination and collaboratively working with multiple stakeholders
10. Project planning – Including but not limited to project timelines, risk, mitigations, updates to management.
11. Scheduling – Multiple sessions scheduling during program journey including but not limited to various MS Teams calls and in-person sessions between teams/stakeholders.
12. Stakeholder communication – Follow up with internal stakeholders on assigned tasks and take them to closure.
13. Meeting coordination and leading/driving these sessions end to end.
14. Documentation of activities under program governance.
15. Task Management with defined timelines and timely escalation management.
16. Progress Tracking / Risk Management
17. Quality checks
18. Budget Tracking & Management including preparation of cost memos, budgeting sheets tracking/updating and publishing reports.
19. Vendors invoice payments

5 – 7 years of experience in Project Management

Employment : Contractual
Duration : 3 months (extendable subject to Business requirement)
Location : On-site, Dubai

Key Responsibilities :

1. Requirement Gathering (Functional & Technical)
2. Monitor project workstreams against scope & plan.
3. Participate in workshops/brainstorming sessions during approach & planning discussions and provide inputs.
4. Vendor response analysis
5. Documentation of as is to future process
6. Data Analysis
7. Communication and collaboration - Prepare and provide weekly/fortnightly/monthly progress update to program stakeholders including the project team members, covering program plan, key activities completed, upcoming activities, key risks and issues with mitigations and resolutions.
8. Market Analysis – due diligence for specific trend, industry norms and future strategies in coordination with workstream leads.
9. Coordination and collaboratively working with multiple stakeholders
10. Project planning – Including but not limited to project timelines, risk, mitigations, updates to management.
11. Scheduling – Multiple sessions scheduling during program journey including but not limited to various MS teams calls and in-person sessions between teams/stakeholders.
12. Stakeholder communication – Follow up with internal stakeholders on assigned task and take it to closure
13. Meeting co-ordination and leading/driving these sessions end to end.
14. Documentation of activities under program governance
15. Task Management with defined timelines and timely escalation management.
16. Progress Tracking / Risk Management
17. Quality checks
18. Budget Tracking & Management including preparation of cost memos, budgeting sheets tracking/updating and publishing reports.
19. Vendors invoice payments
20. Vendor coordination

Expected Requirements: 5 – 7 years of experience in Project Management

Job Type : Contract
Contract length : 3 months

Employment: Contractual
Duration: 3 months (extendable subject to Business requirement)
Location: On-site, Dubai

Key Responsibilities:

• Requirement Gathering (Functional & Technical)
• Monitor project workstreams against scope & plan.
• Participate in workshops/brainstorming sessions during approach & planning discussions and provide inputs.
• Vendor response analysis
• Documentation of as is to future process
• Data Analysis
• Communication and collaboration - Prepare and provide weekly/fortnightly/monthly progress update to program stakeholders including the project team members, covering program plan, key activities completed, upcoming activities, key risks and issues with mitigations and resolutions.
• Market Analysis – due diligence for specific trend, industry norms and future strategies in coordination with workstream leads.
• Coordination and collaboratively working with multiple stakeholders
• Project planning – Including but not limited to project timelines, risk, mitigations, updates to management.
• Scheduling – Multiple sessions scheduling during program journey including but not limited to various MS teams calls and in-person sessions between teams/stakeholders.
• Stakeholder communication – Follow up with internal stakeholders on assigned task and take it to closure
• Meeting co-ordination and leading/driving these sessions end to end.
• Documentation of activities under program governance
• Task Management with defined timelines and timely escalation management.
• Progress Tracking / Risk Management
• Quality checks
• Budget Tracking & Management including preparation of cost memos, budgeting sheets tracking/updating and publishing reports.
• Vendors invoice payments
• Vendor coordination

Expected Requirements: 5 – 7 years of experience in Project Management

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 3 months

Job Title: Project Management Strategist

The role of the Project Management Strategist is to lead the overall planning and project controls function of an organization to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery across all construction sites.

This position oversees the operational planning aspects of all ongoing and upcoming projects to ensure they are completed on time and in accordance with contractual requirements.

The Project Management Strategist leads a group of planners and project managers, manages program planning, EOT claims, tender planning, coordination, and reporting.

1. Lead and mentor the project team in developing comprehensive contract programs, revised programs, and recovery programs.
2. Oversee the preparation of baseline and detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and construction methodologies.
3. Draft and review contractual correspondences for senior management.
4. Review and approve project schedules, recovery plans, and time impact analyses submitted by internal teams or subcontractors.
5. Regularly review internal dashboards and progress reports.
6. Review critical paths, propose strategic improvements, and collaborate with project teams.
7. Develop recovery strategies with project stakeholders.
8. Evaluate subcontractor schedules and reports for compliance and alignment with project goals.
9. Manage the preparation and submission of EOT claims with delay analysis.
10. Oversee technical submissions and planning deliverables during tender stages.
11. Evaluate tender documents and advise management on project durations.
12. Prepare tender programs, method statements, resource histograms, and cash flow forecasts.
13. Collaborate with site teams for manpower planning and forecasting.
14. Monitor project KPIs and critical paths, providing early warnings for delays and risks.
15. Lead a team of project engineers and controllers across multiple projects.
16. Report project status with analysis and recommendations to senior management.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 15 years' experience in planning and project controls in construction/contracting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI.
• Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure, building, or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts and delay analysis techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Key competencies include strategic thinking, risk management, decision-making, contractual awareness, technical planning, leadership, and team management.

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Location: Dubai, UAE

Shamal Holding is a diversified investment firm that cultivates the extraordinary. Born in Dubai, we curate a unique portfolio of extraordinary investments, experiences and assets to generate meaningful outcomes. The investments we make are strategically chosen and thoughtfully nurtured, mirroring Dubai’s ambition, spirit and energy. As a global investor, asset owner and developer we utilise our resources, know-how and connections, to deliver long-term value, wherever we operate.

This role comes under our X Dubai Umbrella and will be responsible for coordinating schedules, tracking progress, ensuring timely follow-ups, and reporting key updates directly to the EVP overseeing the portfolio.

• Coordinate and track timelines for projects within the portfolio, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.
• Maintain and manage centralized scheduling across multiple projects.
• Follow up with internal stakeholders and project teams on deliverables and status updates.
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for review by the VP and other senior stakeholders.
• Support the VP with strategic planning sessions, meetings, and documentation related to the portfolio.
• Maintain a clear overview of project statuses, risks, and dependencies.
• Assist with resource planning, prioritization, and documentation related to scope or change requests.
• Ensure alignment of project activities with broader business goals and timelines.
• Identify bottlenecks or delays and escalate to the appropriate stakeholder(s) when necessary.
• Facilitate effective communication across teams within the portfolio

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• PMP

• 5+ years of experience in project coordination, executive support, or PMO functions

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Egis, a leading international player in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility services, creates and operates intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable, and resilient territorial development.

We have a rich history of delivering complex projects across 8 countries. Our expertise in project planning and controls is unmatched, and our commitment to sustainable development has earned us a top ranking among firms by Engineering News Record (ENR).

As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping future projects. Your responsibilities include:

• Developing detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines
• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Identifying resource requirements and allocating resources effectively
• Establishing project milestones and KPIs

You will work closely with project teams to ensure all aspects of project planning are executed efficiently and effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential in identifying potential delays and developing mitigation plans.

Additionally, you will be responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining project schedules using tools like Primavera
• Monitoring project progress and updating schedules accordingly
• Managing project changes and ensuring proper documentation

This position requires a passion for project planning and controls, as well as experience in managing complex projects. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity, then this is the ideal position for you.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, minimum 12 years of experience in project planning and controls. Mid-Senior level, Full-time position.

A dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and development awaits you.

Project Management Intern

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Management Intern to join our team.

• Job Description: As a Project Management Intern, you will be responsible for supporting the team with critical administrative, coordination, and system management tasks. This includes managing and tracking invoices using SAP Business One, maintaining accurate data and updates in SAP KSP and workflows business workplace, supporting Salesforce tasks such as team bookings and opportunity updates, and maintaining and updating Excel-based templates and tracking files.
• Required Skills and Qualifications: To succeed in this role, you should have a strong understanding of project management principles and practices. You should also be proficient in using SAP Business One, SAP KSP, Salesforce, Excel, and Microsoft Teams/Outlook.
• Benefits: As a Project Management Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, develop your skills and knowledge, and make a meaningful contribution to our team.
• Others: If you are passionate about solutions/project management and believe you would be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply.