187 Project Manager jobs in Bahrain

Be part of a team that’s building smarter, simpler financial services from the ground up. As Project Manager, you’ll sit at the core of strategic change, leading high-impact initiatives, aligning teams, and making sure delivery stays on track and on time.

This role is built for someone with a solid foundation in project delivery (5 to 6 years of experience) and at least one year operating within a banking environment. You’ll need to be confident juggling priorities, reporting to senior leadership, and working with diverse teams across a regulated setting.

The Role:

You’ll lead the planning and execution of major strategic and operational projects. From setting up governance structures and tracking KPIs to managing budgets and coordinating stakeholder meetings, this role is about bringing structure, pace, and accountability to business-critical initiatives.

You'll be hands-on in day-to-day delivery and act as a key point of contact across internal teams and external vendors. The role also requires strong reporting, documentation, and follow-up skills to support leadership in making informed decisions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing the full lifecycle of multiple projects, from planning to closure.
• Supporting executive-level governance with reporting, insight, and structured delivery updates.
• Leading detailed delivery planning across timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource forecasting.
• Maintaining and updating RAID logs, issue registers, and decision/action trackers.
• Coordinating and documenting key meetings and stakeholder sessions.
• Tracking financials and preparing cost-benefit analyses to support business cases.
• Ensuring cross-programme dependencies are mapped and managed effectively.
• Supporting consistent project control, governance, and delivery frameworks.
• Capturing lessons learned and embedding continuous improvement into the delivery process.
• Acting as the go-to person for project queries, calendar management, and resource scheduling.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 5 to 6 years of hands-on project management experience across digital or operational programmes.
• A minimum of 1 year in a banking institution or regulated financial services environment.
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and close complex projects across multiple teams.
• Strong command of Agile, PMI, or similar project delivery methodologies.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented, with strong follow-up, time management, and documentation skills.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal, across all levels of the business.
• Comfortable operating with autonomy and managing competing priorities.
• Bonus: experience supporting digital transformation or regionally distributed delivery.

What’s in It for You:

• A high-impact delivery role in a scaling financial business.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic programmes.
• A collaborative culture with room to shape how things get done.
• Based in Bahrain with regional scope.

Next Steps:

If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’re ready for, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Job Description

• IT Delivery Manager/Project Manager with experience in Information Security.
• Strong communication skills.
• Resource Location: Preferably currently in KSA or willing to move to KSA at the earliest.
• PMP certification or training.
• Good IT/Banking background.
• Full understanding of information security risks.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Manage project execution, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and company policies.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party contributions to projects.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and reviews.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of project deliverables.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology). A Master's degree is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant portion spent managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading project teams and delivering projects across various industries.
• Expertise in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of risk management, change management, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into actionable project plans.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control project costs effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Developing detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Managing and coordinating project teams, ensuring clear communication and task delegation.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Effectively managing project budgets and ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Communicating project status, updates, and performance to all relevant stakeholders.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensuring all project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Conducting post-project evaluations and identifying lessons learned for future projects.
• Implementing and refining project management methodologies.
• Leading and mentoring junior project managers and team members.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with a focus on hospitality renovation and rebranding projects.

Job Summary:

The Sr. Project Manager role is responsible for supporting the operations to delivercomplex rebranding & renovations in line with the Property Improvements Plans. Theincumbent will Lead the project from inception to completion and is responsible for the deliveryof assigned renovations on time.

• Oversee all phases of project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, andclosure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and effective communication amongstakeholders.
• Regularly update senior management and stakeholders on project progress, risks, andissues.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications, safetyregulations and quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability.
• Prepare and present cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and address project risks proactively to avoid delays or cost overruns.
• Select, negotiate and manage contracts with architects, contractors, and other vendors.
• Ensure vendor compliance with contract terms and performance standards.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, contracts, andcorrespondence.
• Prepare and deliver regular progress reports to the Director of Projects & Development and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. PMP or equivalent certification is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, Project Management or a related field.
• PMP or equivalent certifications are highly desirable
  
  

• Strong knowledge of banking operations, financial products, compliance systems and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies is a plus.
  
  

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure successful completion.
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure alignment with organization goals
  
  

• Engage with key stakeholders (both internal & external), including senior management to understand their requirements and expectations.
• Facilitate regular communication and updates to stakeholders on project status, risks, and issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all project activities comply with banking regulations, standards and internal policies
  
  

• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Provide guidance, support, motivation and coaching to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
  
  

• Track project progress using KPIs and tools
• Prepare regular updates and reports for stakeholders
  
  

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Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Bahrain and/or Saudi Arabia for a Construction Project Manager. The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating and managing construction projects, overseeing project budgets, ensuring that construction management principles are adhered to, and effectively managing the project from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Skills in Project Coordination and Project Management
• Experience in Construction Project Management and Construction Management
• Proficiency in Budgeting for construction projects
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Must have certification in the project management field
• Proven track record of managing construction projects successfully

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Construction

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