Operations Manager

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Egis Group seeks an Operations Manager for a full‑time onsite role in Dubai to provide governance and operational oversight across its Middle East entities. The position covers governance and training, project and financial management, cross‑functional coordination, project controls, and ongoing process improvement using Smartsheet and related tools. You will lead project reviews, support PMs with P&L and cost‑to‑complete forecasts, and ensure accurate cost allocation, revenue recognition, and cash collection with Finance and regional teams. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with 5+ years in engineering design, PM or operations in an engineering consultancy, and excel in multicultural collaboration. To apply, tailor your CV to show measurable outcomes, leadership, and English fluency; Arabic is a plus.

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers

Job Description

Business Line Governance & Operational Management

• Provide governance and operational oversight across Egis Entities, ensuring compliance with protocols, procedures, and business objectives.
• Deliver training on applicable tools and processes to standardize operations and enhance team performance.

Project & Financial Management

• Lead and coordinate project review meetings, focusing on financial performance, cost-to-complete forecasts, and contingency utilization.
• Support Project Managers in preparing and reviewing project P&Ls, analyzing costs, revenues, and margins to ensure accurate financial tracking and performance.
• Prepare detailed reports for Business Line leadership, identifying and escalating key risks, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead resource management and utilization reviews, working closely with HODs to enhance workforce efficiency and BHR performance.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Financial Optimization

• Serve as a key liaison among Project Managers, Finance, Commercial, and regional teams to ensure accurate cost allocation, revenue recognition, utilization, invoicing, and cash collection tracking.
• Drive implementation of project management tools and processes to improve cross-functional collaboration and project financias.

Project Controls & Systems Governance

• Manage project management tools, including PMs trainings, intake processes, implementation, problem-solving, audits, and workflow approvals to maintain data integrity.
• Enforce project controls to strengthen operational and reporting accuracy.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Continuous improvement on Smartsheet initiatives and other tools to streamline operations, standardize best practices, and enhance reporting.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, process optimization, and organizational excellence across the Business Line.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree from a reputable university.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering design, project management or operations management within an engineering consultancy firm.
• Experience in working with multicultural teams across several geographical locations.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with project managers, shared services and internal stakeholders.
• Proven organizational capabilities and a flexible, solution-driven approach to challenges. 
• Strong presentation skills  
• Advance software management skills. Experience with Smartsheet is a plus.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English - Arabic considered a plus.