23 Senior Management Roles jobs in Abu Dhabi

We are hiring a Strategic Planning Manager who will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic investment opportunities outside the UAE. This role involves conducting in-depth market research, developing comprehensive business plans, and formulating strategic initiatives to attract and secure investments from international investors.
Your missions :

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential real estate investment opportunities in international markets.
  
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and regulatory environments to assess the feasibility and attractiveness of investment projects.
  
• Evaluate potential risks and opportunities associated with international real estate investments.
  
• Identify booming communities with high growth potential and investment returns.
  

Investment Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to attract and secure investments from international investors.
  
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key international investors, including institutional investors, private equity firms, and high-net-worth individuals.
  
• Create compelling investment proposals and presentations that effectively communicate the value proposition of investment opportunities.
  
• Determine target nationalities based on investment trends, economic factors, and cultural affinity.
  

Business Planning and Financial Forecasting:

• Develop detailed business plans for potential investment projects, including financial projections, sensitivity analyses, and risk mitigation strategies.
  
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive cost forecasts, revenue projections, and return on investment (ROI) analyses.
  
• Monitor and track the financial performance of investments, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
  

Stakeholder Management and Relationship Building:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, finance, legal, and development teams.
  
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as international investors, financial institutions, and real estate consultants.
  
• Represent the company at international conferences, industry events, and investor meetings.
  

Due Diligence and Transaction Execution:

• Manage the due diligence process for potential investment opportunities, ensuring all relevant information is gathered and analyzed.
  
• Negotiate and structure investment agreements, working closely with legal counsel to protect the company's interests.
  
• Oversee the execution of investment transactions, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
  

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the progress and success of investment initiatives.
  
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, providing updates on investment performance, market trends, and future opportunities.
  
• Analyze investment performance data to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for strategic adjustments.
  
  

Education:

· Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.

· Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in real estate investment, strategic planning, or a related field, with a focus on international markets.

· Proven track record of successfully sourcing, evaluating, and executing real estate investment transactions.

· Deep understanding of global real estate markets, including market dynamics, investment trends, and regulatory environments.

· Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills, with the ability to develop complex financial projections and investment analyses.

· Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

· Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with international investors and other key stakeholders.

· Strong negotiation and deal-structuring skills, with experience in negotiating complex investment agreements.

· Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.

· Familiarity with the UAE real estate market is an advantage.

· Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary – Attractive and performance-based compensation
  

• Training Provided – Full support to help you succeed in your role
  

• Visa Sponsorship – For eligible international candidates
  

• Health Insurance – Comprehensive medical coverage
  

Take the next step in your career and be part of a forward-thinking company.

Job Description

We are hiring a Strategic Planning Manager. The Strategic Planning Manager - External Investment will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic investment opportunities outside the UAE. This role involves conducting in-depth market research, developing comprehensive business plans, and formulating strategic initiatives to attract and secure investments from international investors.

• Identify, evaluate, and execute strategic investment opportunities outside the UAE.
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Develop comprehensive business plans and financial models to support investment proposals.
• Formulate and implement strategic initiatives to attract and secure investments from international investors.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in real estate investment, strategic planning, or a related field, with a focus on international markets.
• Proven track record of sourcing, evaluating, and executing real estate investment transactions.
• Deep understanding of global real estate markets, market dynamics, investment trends, and regulatory environments.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills, with the ability to develop complex financial projections and investment analyses.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with international investors and other key stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation and deal-structuring skills, with experience in negotiating complex investment agreements.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with the UAE real estate market is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.
• Experience in identifying booming communities and target nationalities for real estate investment.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to perform planning and scheduling activities related to infrastructure projects.

• Review and endorse the Engineer's consent to the Contractors' Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions
• Validate project resource compatibility for timely project completion
• Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies
• Evaluate and verify planning and scheduling information from updated progress schedules
• Analyze time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage
• Prepare regular progress reports with program analysis and recommendations
• Detailed assessment of claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc.
• Collaborate with the Client to finalize contractor programs, reports, and claims

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling relevant Infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6

Parsons values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Head – Strategic Planning & Execution role at Aldar Education. The role drives the development, alignment, and tracking of Aldar Education's strategic direction and integrated planning. As Abu Dhabi's largest and most established education group, Aldar Education supports growth across its schools and networks, and seeks a dynamic leader to drive the Operational Risk & Safety agenda across the organization. The organization serves over 38,000 students with 5,000 educators from more than 100 nationalities, delivering a broad range of curricula from nursery through to K12.

As Head of Strategic Planning & Execution, you will bridge long-term strategy with annual planning and budget cycles, ensure alignment across functions, and provide robust performance reporting. You will partner with the Investment & Growth Team to generate market intelligence and actionable insights to inform executive decision‑making and submissions to EXCOM and the Board.

• Coordinate and facilitate the annual strategic planning cycle and offsites, ensuring executive input and alignment.
• Consolidate departmental annual plans (objectives, KPIs, initiatives, manpower) and validate strategic fit.
• Own and update CXO and N-1 scorecards across AE HQ; ensure KPIs are aligned with Group themes.
• Collaborate with Finance to integrate strategic assumptions into the budget and business plan.
• Prepare sections of the annual Strategic Business Plan deck presented to EXCOM and Board.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and year-end performance reports for EXCOM and Board.
• Work with the EPMO team to ensure strategic and transformation programs/projects are well‑structured, governed, and delivered.
• Support change management efforts to enable smooth adoption of strategic initiatives and digital transformation programs.
• Translate external trends, competitor analysis, and market intelligence into actionable recommendations.
• Prepare impactful presentations and strategic materials for executive decision-making.
• Ensure alignment between AE and Group strategy, including reporting and submissions.

• Act as focal point for the strategy planning calendar, ensuring cross-functional integration of timelines.
• Maintain and enhance tools, dashboards, and processes related to performance tracking and scorecards.
• Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives assigned by the Director of Strategy and CEO.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Education Management, or related field
• Master's degree or MBA preferred

• 8+ years in strategic planning, management consulting, or corporate strategy roles
• Experience in top consulting firms or large-scale strategy/PMO functions strongly preferred
• Proven track record in developing strategy frameworks, business plans, and KPIs

• Strong strategy development and execution capabilities
• Advanced analytical skills (KPIs, performance dashboards, market intelligence)
• Familiarity with financial modelling and integrated planning
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with BI tools and dashboards preferred
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence without authority and work across cross-functional teams

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including medical & life insurance, flights, and education benefits. Our employees have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage UAE Nationals to join our company. We also safeguard the welfare of children and young people; offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

We are seeking a Senior Planning & Scheduling professional with Gas Processing experience to be based onsite for a PMC/EPC project.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Construction & Commissioning and at least 16 years of experience in the oil & gas industry, with a focus on FEED/EPC projects.

This role is responsible for providing planning and scheduling expertise to support the delivery of a large-scale gas processing project.

The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to develop and implement plans and schedules that ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date plans and schedules
• Provide expert advice on planning and scheduling best practices
• Collaborate with project teams to identify and mitigate potential risks and delays

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 16 years' experience in planning and scheduling within the oil and gas industry
• Proven expertise in FEED/EPC projects, particularly in Gas Processing
• Middle East experience is mandatory

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary package
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A dynamic and supportive work environment

We offer a range of benefits to support your career growth and well-being. These include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits program
• A commitment to ongoing learning and development
• A diverse and inclusive work environment

If you are a motivated and experienced planner with a passion for delivering exceptional results, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The role of Lead Planning Engineer is crucial in the execution of a PMC project based in Abu Dhabi. This position requires extensive experience in Gas Processing & Gas Compression.

• Minimum 18+ years of oil and gas industry experience are required.
• A strong background in FEED and Detail Engineering is essential.
• Experience working on ADNOC projects involving gas processing plants, pipelines, etc., is highly valued.
• At least 10+ years of experience working on both onshore and offshore projects are necessary.
• A Bachelor's degree in engineering is mandatory.

• Title: Lead Planning Engineer
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry/Function: Engineering and Project Management

As a Project Planning Specialist, you will oversee project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting for the Water Transmission Scheme. This strategic role involves resource management, collaboration with stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain master program schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and objectives. They will integrate schedules from delivery contractors, conduct critical path analysis, and monitor progress against baseline schedules.

• Develop and maintain the master program schedule for all lots, ensuring alignment with project milestones and overall objectives.
• Integrate schedules from delivery contractors, identifying interdependencies and ensuring consistency across disciplines and lots.
• Conduct critical path analysis (CPA) and advise on strategies to optimize project timelines.
• Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and identify variances, providing mitigation strategies to recover delays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed planning reports, including dashboards and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with package managers and support risk management.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and certification in project planning and scheduling is highly desirable. They should have 10+ years of proven experience in a similar role on programs, with strong expertise in managing complex, multi-discipline project schedules.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and TILOS.
• Advanced knowledge of schedule risk analysis tools.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and effective communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Our company delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while also helping achieve sustainability goals. We are currently bidding for a Water Transmission project and are optimistic about being awarded the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and review financial sections of contracts for tailored programs, ensuring alignment with financial controls and risk management practices.
• Evaluate pricing strategies and cost optimization techniques to maintain profitability and competitiveness.

Revenue & Cost Management

• Oversee revenue recognition, particularly for multi-deliverable contracts, in compliance with IFRS 15.
• Implement appropriate project costing methods to track and optimize expenditure.
• Monitor and manage lease agreements in line with IFRS 16 requirements.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Identify, assess, and remediate control gaps, particularly around contract and revenue/cost processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Operations, Procurement, Legal, Business Development).
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior finance team members to drive a culture of continuous improvement.