Programme Manager – Smart Metering at Talan

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Programme Management, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Risk Management, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Scope Management, Compliance, Cybersecurity Standards, Communication Skills, Multicultural Environments, Multi-vendor Management, Strategic Delivery, Utilities, Smart Metering, Governance

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Description Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change. We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically. Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation. We are currently seeking a Programme Manager – Smart Metering to join our team. Job Description The Programme Manager will lead the overall Smart Metering Programme in the UAE, ensuring coordinated delivery across Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, IT, and Testing streams. The role oversees planning, governance, and performance monitoring to achieve programme objectives on time and within budget. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic delivery experience in large, multi-vendor environments are essential. • Lead overall programme governance, planning, and execution. • Coordinate all project streams and interdependencies. • Manage stakeholder engagement with client and partner organisations. • Monitor risks, budget, timelines, and scope adherence. • Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory and cybersecurity standards. • Report progress and escalate issues through Talan’s PMO framework. Qualifications • 10+ years of experience in programme delivery within utilities or smart metering. • Proven experience managing multi-vendor, multi-stream programmes. • Strong communication and leadership skills in multicultural environments. • PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial. Contract Type: Permanent contract

Responsibilities

The Programme Manager will lead the overall Smart Metering Programme in the UAE, ensuring coordinated delivery across various streams. The role includes overseeing planning, governance, and performance monitoring to achieve programme objectives on time and within budget.