Project Manager
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position Summary:
The person in this role serves as the central point of contact for all contributors and oversees every stage of large-scale or innovative projects. They help guide resources within cross-functional projects to achieve objectives within defined time and budget constraints. They analyze the projects feasibility and relevance define action plans and milestones coordinate project teams identify issues propose solutions and implement them.
The nature of the work requires extensive and in-depth knowledge of strategic transformational and organizationally complex project management.
They act as a specialist and provide leadership to decision-making bodies and project teams.
The main and usual duties of this position are:
Exercise influential leadership to ensure the success of assigned projects;
Meet with clients gather analyze and understand their needs and ensure their understanding and involvement in upcoming initiatives;
Develop and implement a detailed project plan (human resources budget and timeline) to deliver all project deliverables through completion;
Determine required team resources with various managers (availability skills) and ensure knowledge transfer;
Coordinate internal and external personnel involved in project execution;
Continuously monitor project progress to ensure adherence to the plan using appropriate systems and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
Implement and manage necessary changes to achieve project results on time and within budget;
Analyze project risks and propose solutions to encountered problems;
Prepare regular reports for the team and management and conduct proactive follow-ups;
Manage communications with management the team stakeholders and suppliers;
Define and support project governance ensuring that team members have clearly defined roles responsibilities and interfaces and are accountable for their assigned tasks;
Collaborate with the change management lead to align change management actions with project deliverables and timelines;
Create and archive all project documentation;
Complete project closure activities;
Ensure and/or define improvements to the quality of systems and processes by implementing best practices and/or appropriate techniques;
Define and apply best methods and practices and participate in their development and implementation;
Contribute to the establishment of suitable methodologies to ensure effective project management while respecting constraints such as quality budget and deadlines;
Create a work environment that promotes skill development teamwork creativity and recognition of team achievements.
Qualifications :
Education:
University degree in a relevant field.
PMP certification MBA or Masters degree in Project Management is an asset.
Relevant Experience:
Over 10 years of relevant experience in managing major projects.
Experience leading large-scale transformational projects with significant change management components.
Skills:
In-depth and practical knowledge of project management and risk management
Strong leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational planning and rigor skills
Ability to speak effectively in public
Excellent client relationship management
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong analytical mindset
Proficiency in problem-solving
Creativity and innovation
Persuasive abilities
Ability to collaborate advise and motivate others
Knowledge:
Knowledge of the video game industry is an asset
Knowledge of SCRUM / AGILE methodologies is an asset
Knowledge of Games as a Service (GaaS) is an asset
Knowledge of Software as a Service (SaaS) is an asset
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
About Company
Opened in October 2011, Ubisoft Abu Dhabi is one of the first major video game studios based in the UAE capital and is focusing on developing and bringing to market successful mobile games for a worldwide audience. This position is based in the vibrant expat city of Abu Dhabi, the c ... View more
