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As the Satellite Operations Lead for Orbitworks, you will serve as the anchor of the Satellite Operations team.

You will lead the operational launch of the Orbitworks satellite fleet in the UAE and leverage your technical and leadership skills to ensure smooth operation, mission planning, and integration with Loft’s global satellite operations. This role demands leadership, technical excellence, and operational efficiency in high-stakes environments.

About This Role:

• Operate and manage satellite fleet shifts, ensuring continuous mission operations.
• Drive satellite operations strategy while collaborating on software and avionics.
• Participate in development sprints and contribute to mission planning.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers to develop an independent, UAE-based satellite team.
• Liaise with leadership to ensure alignment with Loft’s global operations.

Must Haves:

• Strong satellite operations background, capable of understanding complex mission requirements.
• Demonstrated scripting experience, preferably in Python, for automation and mission performance.
• Proven leadership skills; ability to lead a technical team in high-pressure environments.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with Airbus satellite platforms, particularly the Arrow-150 bus, in avionics, ADCS, or propulsion.
• Experience with low-earth orbit satellite operations.
• Hands-on Python development and testing experience, working with a complex software stack.
• Experience with satellite constellation management.
• Arabic language skills or a willingness to learn is highly desirable.

Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.

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A nonprofit organization focused on women's services is seeking a Donor Operations Manager in Dubai to oversee donor relationships and operational functions within the Individual Giving team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in fundraising or communications, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in CRM systems. This role is vital for enhancing donor engagement and supporting fundraising strategies. #J-18808-Ljbffr

**Sr Project Management Specialist**
We have an opportunity for a **Sr Project Management Specialist** to join us at **Honeywell** in Masdar.
Honeywell Industrial Automation enables our customers to run safer and more efficient operations. From refineries to distribution centres to retail stores, we help deliver results while improving worker safety and meeting sustainability goals such as reduced carbon emissions - by leveraging connectivity, advanced data analytics, software, robotics, sensors, process automation and asset performance management solutions.
**_We Enable our customers to Enhance the Safety, Sustainability, Resilience and Productivity of their People, Plants, and Assets._**
**Key responsibilities**
1. Developing project plan, timelines and budget, defining project scope, objectives and deliverables
2. Lead, motivate and oversee cross functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.
3. Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and team members to set expectations and update on project progress.
4. Responsible for project revenue planning and forecasting.
5. Identify, assess and mitigate risks, implement contingency plans.
6. Manage resources efficiently and improve productivity.
7. Ensure deliverables meet Honeywell quality standards and customer requirements.
8. Handle changes in project scope, schedule, and costs while maintaining project objectives.
9. Maintain comprehensive project documentation for reporting and auditing purpose.
10. Use project management tools to monitor project performance and productivity.
11. Address customer escalations and issues promptly to keep the project on track.
12. Working with Sales and P&E team on new project opportunities.
**Key skills and qualifications**
**Education:**
· Bachelors in Engineering, Business Management
**Experience:**
· Minimum: 10 years of project management experience in the region.
· Strong leadership and team management skills
· Excellent organizational and planning abilities
· Proficiency in project management software
· Effective communication and negotiation skills
· Good understanding of business operations and solutions -specific knowledge
· Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
· Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· PMP Project certification.
· Proven experience working in safety solutions, Fire & Gas and Fire- fighting system with good understanding of safety and reliability standards in O&G industry
**Our offer**
· A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity, and innovation in an international work environment
· Market specific training and ongoing personal development.
· Experienced leaders to support your professional development.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
**Join us now** **and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!**
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Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

**Sr Project Management Specialist**
We have an opportunity for a **Sr Project Management Specialist** to join us at **Honeywell** in Masdar.
Honeywell Industrial Automation enables our customers to run safer and more efficient operations. From refineries to distribution centres to retail stores, we help deliver results while improving worker safety and meeting sustainability goals such as reduced carbon emissions - by leveraging connectivity, advanced data analytics, software, robotics, sensors, process automation and asset performance management solutions.
**_We Enable our customers to Enhance the Safety, Sustainability, Resilience and Productivity of their People, Plants, and Assets._**
**Key responsibilities**
1. Developing project plan, timelines and budget, defining project scope, objectives and deliverables
2. Lead, motivate and oversee cross functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.
3. Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and team members to set expectations and update on project progress.
4. Responsible for project revenue planning and forecasting.
5. Identify, assess and mitigate risks, implement contingency plans.
6. Manage resources efficiently and improve productivity.
7. Ensure deliverables meet Honeywell quality standards and customer requirements.
8. Handle changes in project scope, schedule, and costs while maintaining project objectives.
9. Maintain comprehensive project documentation for reporting and auditing purpose.
10. Use project management tools to monitor project performance and productivity.
11. Address customer escalations and issues promptly to keep the project on track.
12. Working with Sales and P&E team on new project opportunities.
**Key skills and qualifications**
**Education:**
· Bachelors in Engineering, Business Management
**Experience:**
· Minimum: 10 years of project management experience in the region.
· Strong leadership and team management skills
· Excellent organizational and planning abilities
· Proficiency in project management software
· Effective communication and negotiation skills
· Good understanding of business operations and solutions -specific knowledge
· Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
· Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· PMP Project certification.
· Proven experience working in safety solutions, Fire & Gas and Fire- fighting system with good understanding of safety and reliability standards in O&G industry
**Our offer**
· A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity, and innovation in an international work environment
· Market specific training and ongoing personal development.
· Experienced leaders to support your professional development.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
**Join us now** **and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!**
#TheFutureIsWhatWeMakeIt
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

JOB PURPOSE

Manage the delivery of local and international projects in time, budget and quality

Manage and ensure efficient project delivery and execution as per Development Management guidelines and Aldar standards, including the coordination of external stakeholders and providers attending in the project

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop project timelines
• Collect input from Scheduling and quality and recommend realistic project plan and timeline
• Recommend design standards that ensure cost effectiveness and innovation in conjunction with Development Management
• Obtain approval from the related development and design head
• Coordinate with Development Management on defining the detailed project schedule and cost
• Work closely with Procurement to develop initial project cost estimates
• Challenge assumptions, raise flags and provide expertise to ensure realistic estimates
• Partner with development and design department to assess impact of any changes in design or plans on construction
• Support in developing mitigation and corrective actions once construction is underway
• Inform procurement on any changes in contractor’s scope of work, support procurement in negotiation of updated contract with contractors
• Monitor progress of project works, and develop a risk mitigation plan in case any issues arise
• Provide input on contractor and sub-contractor selection and scope-of work drafting based on inputs from Tendering
• Assess vendor performance, and draft a performance scorecard for all 3rd party service providers
• Manage consultant resources to ensure appropriate and optimal deployment
• Ensure contractors deliver services within scope of work (cost, quality, time)
• Provide contractors with detailed project schedules so that they are aware of critical milestones
• Maintain and update all project related documents, especially ones that are filled on-site
• Support in final handover to Asset Management department with all documents
• Responsible for safety and environmental compliance at project sites
• Provide input to Infrastructure and Government Relations department to obtain licenses and permits for construction, and anticipate any delays that might be caused
• Assist Audit and Accounting departments in audits and project accounting activities
• Provide input for setting up cross-functions SLAs, ensure compliance of the function with SLAs
• Contribute to the generation of lessons learned on all projects to prevent reoccurrence of the same risks on future projects
• Manage project portfolio within approved budget, schedule and quality in accordance with development guidelines and consistent with ALDAR/Government goals.
• Coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders on all issues related to additional requests and modifications from the start of construction to the hand-over of developments to end users
• Manage all project activities related to infrastructure and ensure compliance with ALDAR requirements and authorities’ standards
• Monitor all project schedules and cash flows for adherence to original schedule and budget and ensure progress is accurately reported to management
• Identify deviations from plan and initiate mitigation actions to compensate for deviations in close alignment with Development Management
• Establish and improve network with Government entities for smooth processing of licenses and permits
• Manage project progress revenue (VOWD) in accordance with targets to achieve overall KPIs

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Min of 14+ years of experience in project management oversight in a real estate company with annual revenue of at least AED 2 billion.

YOE IN MANAGERIAL POSITION

Min of 6+ years in a related managerial position

FIELD OF EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience of managing construction for developments with CAPEX 4-6 billion AED.
• Strong knowledge and exposure to the GCC real estate market
• Proven expertise in contractor management having managed construction contracts worth at least AED 200 million

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• HSE champion with a proven track record <2% safety incidents
• Excellent project management skills having managed construction projects of at least AED 100 million in value
• Ability to manage large teams of at least 50 people
• Ability to manage more than one project at a time; plan and execute tasks as per project schedule and budget
• Strong conflict resolution and management skills for resolving conflicts on the field

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Job Title: Project Management Administrator

Location: Dubai, AE, 28442

Business Unit: Thermal Process Management

Posting Date: Sep 26, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Project Technician to support our Project Engineering and Site Leadership. This role involves administrative and technical support across various project phases, including documentation, submittals, and job order package creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage document control functions including submittals, receipts, and final record book creation.
• Maintain logs for all incoming and outgoing transmittals.
• Organize and track client documents such as specifications and drawings.
• Prepare documentation for third-party inspections.
• Provide support to Project Engineers and Project Managers throughout project lifecycles.
• Enter sales orders for engineered projects.
• Maintain design, production, and shipment schedules in ERP systems.
• Create job order packages including bill of materials and man-hour verification.
• Scan and archive returned job order packages from production.
• Assist in final project close-out activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2–5 years of customer service or technical support experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position with occasional extended hours based on operational needs.
• On-site role in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and production processes.

Language Skills

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Needs to be able to communicate and function within Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to communicate with diverse mix of nationalities coming to Saudi preferred.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills required such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to be trained and operate within CSI Ametek ERP system.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Highly motivated individual willing to take on additional responsibilities and duties under a challenging and compressed schedules.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

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We are seeking an experienced PMO Lead to oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) for our operations in UG UAE. The role is responsible for ensuring cost-effective project delivery that meets client requirements, on time and within budget, while leading and developing the project management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery & Governance – Oversee the initiation and execution of all projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Act as Senior Project Manager on select projects while guiding and supporting other Project Managers.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Review and approve project schedules, budgets, execution plans, and progress reports.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Monitor project issues and risks, ensuring timely resolution and effective mitigation measures.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Ensure effective project monitoring, control, and compliance with company processes and standards.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Promote a culture of change management and continuous improvement across all project activities.
• Project Delivery & Governance – Ensure timely and accurate preparation of project and financial reports.
• Leadership & Team Development – Lead, mentor, and develop the Project Management Team to achieve high performance and operational excellence.
• Leadership & Team Development – Set clear performance objectives, conduct quarterly reviews, and resolve non-performance issues promptly.
• Leadership & Team Development – Assess training and career development needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Leadership & Team Development – Monitor workloads across the team to ensure schedules and deliverables are not impacted.
• Stakeholder Communication – Ensure Project Managers maintain effective communication with internal teams and external clients.
• Stakeholder Communication – Prepare and deliver clear progress and activity reports for senior management and clients.
• Stakeholder Communication – Consult and collaborate with stakeholders to align project specifications and expectations.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Uphold company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in line with the Unique Hydra Quality & Safety Manual.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Lead by example in maintaining high ethical standards, corporate governance, and professional conduct.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Ensure compliance with QSHE, ISO standards, and foster a ZERO HARM safety culture.
• Compliance, Ethics & Safety – Exercise authority to stop work if unsafe conditions are observed and report to HSE or management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Academic Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering and Project Management.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in Project Management, including at least 5 years in a Lead or Senior PM capacity.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Strong track record of leading project teams and ensuring successful delivery of client specifications.

Core Skills & Competencies

• People Management – Ability to lead, mentor, and develop project management teams.
• Project Engineering & Project Management Expertise – Skilled in planning, execution, and monitoring of projects across multiple disciplines.
• Leadership & Delegation – Capable of driving performance, assigning responsibilities effectively, and building a high-performing culture.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Outstanding ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders, present proposals, and influence decisions.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to resolve complex project issues and make data-driven decisions.
• Collaboration & Team Development – Promotes teamwork, empathy, and a collaborative work environment.
• Organizational Skills – Adept at managing multiple priorities, maintaining focus under pressure, and ensuring timely project delivery.
• Integrity & Professionalism – Demonstrates high ethical standards and commitment to quality and safety.

Join Unique Group and Shape the Future of Engineering & Technology. Unique Group, a global leader in subsea technology and engineering, is driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. Guided by our core values—Curious, Conscious, Committed—we encourage our team to break new ground in the subsea industry. Whether you’re leading projects or driving innovation, your contributions will have a global impact. Join us and make your mark at Unique Group. Apply today!

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