Automation Project Manager
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About the Role
Lucy Group Ltd seeks an Automation Project Manager to oversee complex power and automation projects from order to delivery. Requires 5-10 years of project management experience in electrical distribution or industrial equipment, a degree in electrical engineering, and strong leadership skills.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the end to end execution of Switchgear & RTU projects with high BOM complexity and strategic importance
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key customers and internal stakeholders
- Conduct regular project reviews and status updates with clients
- Responsible for achieving each customer’s monthly targeted SIOP
- Follow up with customers for on time payment settlement/ issuance of LC/ PDC
- Manage the internal project team and work across functions to drive smooth and successful project delivery
- Review and validate high value quotations and technical specifications
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, external suppliers and production teams
- Manage change orders, scope adjustments, and commercial negotiations
- Serve as the technical liaison for automation related aspects within assigned Switchgear / Automation projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Project Management, or related field
- Five to Ten years of experience in project management, preferably in electrical distribution or industrial equipment
- Strong understanding of power and automation systems, electrical distribution networks, and BOM structures
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
- Valid UAE driving license and preferably own car
- Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic speaking is an advantage
- PMP or equivalent certification is a plus
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Role Overview
- The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the execution of complex power and automation projects from order confirmation to final delivery.
- This role handles high value contracts, intricate technical configurations, and cross functional coordination to ensure successful project on time delivery, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end to end execution of Switchgear & RTU projects with high BOM complexity and strategic importance.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key customers and internal stakeholders.
- Conduct regular project reviews and status updates with clients.
- Responsible for achieving each customer’s monthly targeted SIOP.
- Follow up with customers for on time payment settlement/ issuance of LC on time/ issuance of PDC on time as per monthly target set.
- Manage the internal project team and work across functions to drive smooth and successful project delivery.
- Review and validate high value quotations and technical specifications.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, external suppliers and production teams to ensure feasibility and compliance.
- Manage change orders, scope adjustments, and commercial negotiations.
- Collaborate with sales, order handling, logistics, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution.
Minimum Qualifications And Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Project Management, or related field.
- Candidate experienced in customer coordination, previously dealt with UAE Utilities would be added advantage.
- Require excellent communication skills in English; Arabic speaking would be an advantage.
- Candidate must have valid UAE driving license and preferably own car.
- Candidate will handle sub contractor coordination as required and necessary.
- Five to Ten years of experience in project management, preferably in electrical distribution or industrial equipment.
- Strong understanding of power and automation systems, electrical distribution networks, and BOM structures.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
- PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
- Strong leadership and decision making skills.
- Excellent communication, Interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
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