Operations Project Manager

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Operations Manager to oversee the operational coordination of active projects and ensure smooth alignment between project teams and the finance department. This role requires a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate reporting, and support financial and operational discipline across projects.

The ideal candidate has experience in project coordination, operations management, and finance-related processes, and is capable of driving execution while keeping stakeholders aligned.

Key responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operational coordination of active projects.

Track project progress, timelines, deliverables, and operational requirements.

Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure projects are running according to plan.

Act as the main point of coordination between project teams and the finance department.

Monitor project budgets, spending, invoicing, payment status, and cost-related updates.

Support budgeting, forecasting, financial tracking, and project reporting.

Ensure all project data, records, and documentation are accurate and up to date.

Identify operational or financial risks and escalate issues in a timely manner.

Follow up with stakeholders to ensure accountability and completion of action items.

Improve workflows, reporting structures, and coordination processes across projects.

Prepare regular project and financial status reports for management.

Maintain strong control over project organization, priorities, and cross-functional communication.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management, Project Management, or a related field.

Proven experience in project coordination, operations, or project management.

Strong understanding of finance processes, budgeting, cost tracking, and reporting.

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Ability to coordinate across departments and manage multiple active projects at once.

Strong communication and follow-up skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project tracking/reporting tools.

Problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate issues and act proactively.

Successfully delivering IT projects within the UAE market.

Working directly with the public sector.

Preferred qualifications

Experience working closely with finance teams on project-related budgets and reporting.

Knowledge of project management tools and ERP systems.

Experience in operational process improvement.

PMP or other project management certification is a plus.

Key skills

Project coordination

Operations management

Budget tracking

Financial reporting

Cross-functional coordination

Organization and planning

Ownership and accountability

Communication and stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Benefits

Paid time off

Work from home

Training & development

Performance bonus