Project Manager – Emergency Services & Resilience (ESR)
Summary
Project Manager running Emergency Services & Resilience operational projects and contracts across the UAE — leading mobilization through go-live and ongoing operations, managing schedules, budgets, risks, KPIs and SLAs, and coordinating clients, internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
About the Role
Jaheziya is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage Emergency Services & Resilience (ESR) operational projects and contracts across the UAE. The role will oversee project mobilization, operational readiness, and contract delivery, ensuring performance against agreed scope, schedules, budgets, KPIs, SLAs, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead projects from mobilization through go-live and ongoing operations.
Coordinate workforce, training, facilities, fleet, equipment and other mobilization requirements.
Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, issues and deliverables.
Act as the key day-to-day contact for clients and project stakeholders.
Monitor contractual requirements, KPIs and SLAs.
Coordinate internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
Prepare project performance reports and management updates.
Requirements
Minimum 7 years' experience in project, contract or operations management, including 3 years managing complex service-delivery projects/contracts.
Experience with 24/7 operational services, preferably emergency services, fire & rescue, defense, critical infrastructure, industrial operations or public safety.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
Strong client, project, budget, risk, and stakeholder management skills.
UAE/GCC experience is highly desirable.
PMP, PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent certification is preferred.
Location: UAE
Department: Emergency Services & Resilience (ESR)