Senior Project Manager

Role: Senior Project Manager

Location: Abu Dhabi UAE

This position is for UAE Nationals only.

Role purpose:

To lead manage and oversee the planning design execution and delivery of all ADIB fit-out refurbishment renovation branch transformation office development and construction projects. Ensure projects are delivered in line with ADIBs strategic objectives design standards quality requirements sustainability commitments budget constraints and agreed timelines while maintaining full compliance with regulatory health safety environmental and organizational requirements.

Key accountabilities of the role:

Project Strategy Planning & Delivery:

• Lead the end-of-the-end project lifecycle including initiation feasibility planning design procurement execution monitoring handover and closure.

• Develop project charters business cases budgets schedules procurement strategies and risk mitigation plans.

• Ensure delivery of projects within approved scope budget quality standards timelines and business objectives.

• Monitor project progress against key milestones and implement corrective actions where required.

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities across the ADIB network.

• Support the implementation of strategic initiatives including branch transformation workplace modernization digital branches operational efficiency initiatives and business expansion projects.

• Identify innovative solutions to improve project outcomes reduce costs and accelerate project delivery.

Design Management & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all projects comply with ADIB corporate identity design standards workplace strategies customer experience requirements and branding guidelines.

• Coordinate with Marketing Business Customer Experience Technology and Security teams to ensure alignment of project requirements.

• Review and approve architectural MEP structural interior design and specialist consultant submissions.

• Establish quality control procedures and ensure implementation throughout project execution.

• Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to ensure workmanship meets approved specifications and industry best practices.

• Ensure successful project handover with all testing commissioning snagging and close-out requirements completed.

Contractor Consultant & Vendor Management:

• Lead technical evaluation and selection of consultants contractors suppliers and specialist service providers in compliance with ADIB Procurement Policies.

• Manage contractor performance against contractual obligations service levels budgets schedules safety requirements and quality standards.

• Review and certify contractor valuations variations claims and project deliverables.

• Negotiate project costs timelines and contractual terms to achieve the best value for ADIB.

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and industry partners.

Regulatory Risk & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all UAE building codes municipality regulations Civil Defense requirements environmental legislation and statutory approvals.

• Ensure projects comply with ADIB Health Safety Environment (HSE) Security Business Continuity and Risk Management requirements.

• Conduct project risk assessments and develop mitigation measures.

• Monitor contractor compliance with safety procedures and always ensure safe execution of work.

• Ensure all required permits approvals inspections and certifications are obtained before project completion.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as the primary liaison between Facilities Management Business Units IT Security Marketing Procurement Finance Compliance and external stakeholders.

• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure business requirements are incorporated into project delivery plans.

• Provide professional advice and recommendations to senior management regarding project feasibility budgets risks and delivery strategies.

• Facilitate project steering meetings progress reviews and management updates.

Budgeting Cost Control & Value Engineering:

• Develop detailed project cost estimates and business cases.

• Monitor project expenditure and ensure costs remain within approved budgets.

• Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs without compromising quality operational requirements customer experience or safety.

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

• Track and report on project financial performance and budget utilization.

• Ensure all project-related expenditures are properly documented justified approved and reported.

Sustainability & Innovation:

• Drive implementation of sustainable construction practices and environmentally responsible solutions.

• Promote LEED principles and sustainable building standards where applicable.

• Incorporate energy-efficient systems sustainable materials and smart building technologies into projects.

• Support ADIBs ESG and sustainability objectives through responsible project delivery.

• Leverage digital technologies AI-driven analytics and innovative project management solutions to enhance project outcomes.

Business Continuity & Crisis Management:

• Support Business Continuity Management (BCM) initiatives for facilities and infrastructure.

• Lead emergency recovery and restoration projects during business disruption events.

• Coordinate rapid mobilization of contractors and recovery resources during emergencies.

• Ensure critical business facilities remain operational and resilient during adverse events.

• Develop contingency plans and emergency response strategies related to facilities infrastructure.

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Prepare executive-level project reports dashboards presentations and status updates.

• Report project progress against scope schedule budget quality and risk metrics.

• Develop project KPIs and monitor performance against agreed targets.

• Maintain accurate project documentation records drawings contracts approvals and lessons learned.

• Present project performance updates to senior management and governance committees.

Specialist skills & technical knowledge:

Technical competencies:

• Project Management (PMBOK PRINCE2 Agile and Hybrid methodologies)

• Construction and Fit-Out Management

• Cost Estimation and Budget Control

• Contract Administration and Procurement

• Architectural and Interior Fit-Out Design

• MEP Systems Knowledge

• Facilities Management Practices

• Risk Management and Business Continuity

• Sustainability and LEED Principles

• UAE Building Codes and Regulatory Framework

• Construction Health Safety and Environmental Management

Core competencies:

• Leadership and Team Management

• Strategic Thinking

• Stakeholder Management

• Negotiation and Influencing Skills

• Financial Acumen

• Decision-Making Capability

• Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking

• Communication and Presentation Skills

• Planning and Organizational Skills

• Change Management

Previous Experience Qualifications Education:

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering Architecture Construction Management Building Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or project management role.

• Proven experience delivering large-scale banking corporate office retail commercial or mixed-use fit-out projects.

• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects simultaneously within fast-paced environments.