Job title: Project Manager – Heavy Lift & Deck Carrier Logistics
Company: DP World
Job description: Project Manager – Heavy Lift & Deck Carrier LogisticsJob Overview
DP World is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our Heavy Lift Logistics operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in maritime project forwarding and deck carrier management. The selected candidate will oversee end-to-end project planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring strategic alignment with operational and technical teams.Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 18000-24000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full TimeJob Overview
As a Project Manager specializing in heavy lift logistics and deck carrier operations, you will lead complex marine and offshore transportation projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure contract compliance, and build long-term client relationships while managing operational risks and ensuring project profitability.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans covering scope, cost, timeline, and risk
- Align project deliverables with strategic goals and client expectations
- Collaborate with Operations and Technical teams for tailored engineering solutions
- Support commercial team with technical feasibility and project estimation
- Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- Maintain oversight of all contractual obligations, proactively resolve disputes
- Liaise with clients, brokers, freight forwarders, and authorities to ensure smooth project flow
- Work closely with the chartering team to coordinate vessel and cargo schedules
- Lead and mentor engineering, safety, and operations staff throughout project lifecycle
- Ensure QHSE compliance and apply best practices in all operational phases
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Maritime, Engineering, or equivalent discipline
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in project forwarding, logistics, or deck carrier management
- In-depth knowledge of heavy lift logistics and vessel operations
- Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Proven project management background in logistics or maritime sectors
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
- Strategic mindset with attention to detail and operational excellence
What We Offer
- Opportunity to manage global-scale projects with high complexity
- Collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment
- Exposure to global logistics and project forwarding excellence
- Competitive compensation and growth potential within a world-class organization
About the Company
DP World is a leading global provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling trade flow across more than 70 countries. With a strong presence in maritime, terminal operations, and supply chain innovation, DP World plays a key role in transforming logistics for the future. Our team-driven approach fosters innovation and professional growth while upholding safety and performance across all operations.Job Title Project Manager – Heavy Lift & Deck Carrier Logistics
Job Description Project Manager – Heavy Lift & Deck Carrier LogisticsJob Overview
DP World is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our Heavy Lift Logistics operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in maritime project forwarding and deck carrier management. The selected candidate will oversee end-to-end project planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring strategic alignment with operational and technical teams.Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 18000-24000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full TimeJob Overview
As a Project Manager specializing in heavy lift logistics and deck carrier operations, you will lead complex marine and offshore transportation projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure contract compliance, and build long-term client relationships while managing operational risks and ensuring project profitability.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans covering scope, cost, timeline, and risk
- Align project deliverables with strategic goals and client expectations
- Collaborate with Operations and Technical teams for tailored engineering solutions
- Support commercial team with technical feasibility and project estimation
- Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- Maintain oversight of all contractual obligations, proactively resolve disputes
- Liaise with clients, brokers, freight forwarders, and authorities to ensure smooth project flow
- Work closely with the chartering team to coordinate vessel and cargo schedules
- Lead and mentor engineering, safety, and operations staff throughout project lifecycle
- Ensure QHSE compliance and apply best practices in all operational phases
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Maritime, Engineering, or equivalent discipline
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in project forwarding, logistics, or deck carrier management
- In-depth knowledge of heavy lift logistics and vessel operations
- Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Proven project management background in logistics or maritime sectors
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
- Strategic mindset with attention to detail and operational excellence
What We Offer
- Opportunity to manage global-scale projects with high complexity
- Collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment
- Exposure to global logistics and project forwarding excellence
- Competitive compensation and growth potential within a world-class organization
About the Company
DP World is a leading global provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling trade flow across more than 70 countries. With a strong presence in maritime, terminal operations, and supply chain innovation, DP World plays a key role in transforming logistics for the future. Our team-driven approach fosters innovation and professional growth while upholding safety and performance across all operations.
Post DetailsJob Start Date
Salary from 18000.00
Salary to 24000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location –Location City DubaiDesired Candidate’s Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location
Expected salary: 18000 – 24000 per month
Location: Dubai
Job date: Sat, 07 Jun 2025 22:38:52 GMT
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