Project Manager

he Project Manager

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and strategic Project Manager for Universal American School - Cairo. You will play a pivotal role in the operational pre-opening planning, ensuring the establishment of a premium, world-class American curriculum school in Cairo Festival City, Egypt.

The Project Manager will oversee all non-educational, operational pre-opening planning. Working under the direction of the Universal American School Cluster Lead, and with support from Al-Futtaim Education Foundation department heads and relevant Al-Futtaim Group divisions, you will be instrumental in aligning the project with the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation's strategic roadmap.

Key Responsibilities of the role

Project Control

• Support the Chief Operations Officer and Cluster Lead by delivering accurate program reporting throughout the project duration.
• Prepare progress reports on the project for the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation Management team as required.
• Monitor budgeted project expenditures and cash flow projections, reporting actuals and variances to the Chief Financial Officer regularly.
• Ensure all financial records for the project are up to date.
• Manage risks, plan contingencies, and establish transparent communication processes to escalate, manage, and resolve issues.
• Identify and manage internal dependencies across Al-Futtaim Group functions and with external suppliers and regulators, as needed.

Project Implementation:

• Execute the project according to the project plan.
• Develop forms and records to document project activities.
• Ensure all project information is appropriately managed and documented in accordance with policy.
• Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure on-time completion.
• Regularly update stakeholders within the organization on project progress.
• Review the quality of work completed with the project team regularly to ensure it meets project standards.

Project Evaluation:

• Ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget, and meet required quality standards.
• Evaluate project outcomes as established during the planning phase.
• Support the Chief Operations Officer and Cluster Lead in identifying areas for project process improvement.
• Assist in implementing project management best practices where required.