Senior Project Manager – Digital Transformation (AI, Cloud & Smart City)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high‑impact digital transformation programmes across the UAE. The role focuses on delivering AI, cloud, data, analytics and smart‑city solutions for government, public‑sector and large‑enterprise clients.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of complex digital transformation programmes from strategy through implementation.
• Develop and manage transformation roadmaps, operating models, governance structures and delivery frameworks.
• Drive initiatives involving AI, cloud services, data platforms, analytics, automation and smart‑city technologies.
• Establish and maintain project governance, reporting, risk management and escalation processes.
• Act as primary liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, government authorities, vendors and external partners.
• Manage third‑party vendors and strategic partners, overseeing contracts, SLAs, KPIs and delivery assurance.
• Facilitate workshops, requirements gathering, prioritisation sessions and executive steering‑committee reviews.
• Ensure alignment of strategic objectives, business priorities and technology outcomes while mitigating risks and complying with local regulations.

Required profile

• 8+ years of project or programme management experience delivering technology and business transformation initiatives.
• Proven track record in digital transformation projects within government, public sector, smart‑city, transportation, financial services or large enterprises.
• Experience managing multiple external vendors, system integrators and third‑party service providers.
• Strong stakeholder management experience with executive leadership, C‑suite and government entities.
• Fluent in English and Chinese (mandatory).

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cloud services
• Data platforms
• Analytics
• Automation
• Smart‑city technologies