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Client > Consulting Firm operating in GCC
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Ideal Candidate > Our Partner is seeking an experienced Project Management Officer (PMO) to support a strategic operational improvement initiative within the airport facility services domain, specifically focusing on firefighting operations. The PMO will provide structure, governance, and analytical support for a project aimed at cost analysis, efficiency improvement, and resource optimization while ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards and operational requirements
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Tasks and Responsibilities > 1) Establish and maintain project governance frameworks, reporting standards, and documentation; 2) Coordinate and monitor project activities, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and timelines are met; 3) Conduct and support cost analysis and optimization exercises for firefighting operations, including staffing, equipment, and process efficiency; 4) Collaborate with operational managers, finance teams, and airport stakeholders to collect and analyze relevant data; 5) Identify and track risks, issues, and dependencies; propose mitigation strategies; 6) Support decision-making by providing accurate reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics to senior management; 7) Ensure project alignment with airport authority regulations, safety standards, and operational best practices; 8) Facilitate workshops, steering committees, and stakeholder meetings to maintain engagement and alignment; 9) Prepare business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and progress reports to support optimization recommendations.
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Required qualifications > Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or related field; advanced degree or PMP/Prince2 certification is a plus; Proven experience as a PMO, Project Manager, or Business Analyst in operational improvement, cost optimization, or similar projects; Experience in transportation, aviation, or critical infrastructure environments (preferably airport operations); Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and reporting tools (MS Project, Power BI, Excel, etc.); Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex operational and financial data; Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and regulatory bodies; Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and high-safety environment; Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
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Workload/Location> Full time, Abu Dhabi, no travel required
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Start-date > Immediate need > the Candidate needs to give availability within 15-20 days after Engagement Confirmation Letter
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Engagement > Consulting Assignment + hiring possibility
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Rate > able to attract qualified candidates
