Program Delivery Manager

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lead and coordinate Maestral’s scope of work, ensuring that MRO, service and logistics deliverables are executed in accordance with the main contract, integrated program plan and customer expectations. Manage interfaces with Fincantieri and support continuity from previous ADSB-managed MRO arrangements where relevant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Convert the ADSB contractual scope into a detailed workstream plan covering activities, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, owners and acceptance requirements. Ensure resources, documentation and governance arrangements are in place to support delivery.
• Coordinate day-to-day execution of the ADSB scope and ensure deliverables are complete, timely and aligned with main contract requirements.
• Work with the Planner to establish and maintain the ADSB schedule within the integrated program plan. Monitor progress, assess slippage, identify critical-path impacts and lead the development of credible recovery actions.
• Act as the primary program interface with ADSB representatives. Maintain effective working relationships, provide clarity on priorities and requirements, and ensure issues and decisions are appropriately documented and escalated.
• Coordinate closely with the ADSB Scope of Work Program Manager to manage shared interfaces, hand-offs and interdependencies.
• Maintain the workstream risk, issue and change log. Assess the impact of emerging issues on cost, schedule, quality and contractual compliance, implement mitigation within authority and escalate material exposures to the program Manager.
• Ensure ADSB deliverables, submissions and evidence comply with the main contract and agreed standards. Work with Contracts and Document Control to maintain traceability, quality and timely acceptance of workstream documents.
• Provide clear, evidence-based performance updates for internal and customer governance.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, Operations, Project Management or a relevant discipline
• Programme / project management certification preferred
• 10-12 years in defence programmes, service contracts or complex technical project environments
• Experience managing complex operational workstreams and partner interfaces
• Previous experience with ADSB or a comparable UAE naval MRO contract is strongly preferred
• Evidence of managing customer-facing service delivery and contractual milestones

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.