Located on Al Udeid Airbase in Doha, the Qatar Technical Institute provides internationally recognized training programs to the all three services that make up the Qatar Armed Forces. The QTI training pipeline consists of Foundation Training, General Engineering and Specialty Type Training. Supporting Qatar vision 2030, this ensures QAF personnel are equipped with appropriate skills and knowledge for a career in the Armed Forces.
The individual in this role will be responsible for supporting the coordination of the Project Management (inc. Continuous Improvement) activities in support of successful delivery of Training and Instructional output for the Qatar Armed Forces (QAF). The incumbent will be capable of overseeing the day-to-day activities within the Project Management team, managing all project control mechanisms and processes and working closely with with the Qatar Program Office (QPO) and Qatar Branch Office (QBO) to maintain a robust, manageable project management and control system. They would have a specialist knowledge of in one or more areas of Project Management & Control (e.g. cost, risk, opportunity, change control, scheduling, resourcing) and be expected to be able to adapt these practices in the context of QTI, as well as advising, guiding and instructing others in their application. The incumbent must be comfortable with working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, working with a degree of autonomy/with limited supervision.
Ensuring consistent application of Project Management policies, principles and governance across the Qatar Technical Institute (in accordance with the Project Management Plan, Operatonal Framework and LCM Mandates). Supporting Contract Closure activities for QTI/Facilities CSRs. Managing and coordinating the application of an effective ‘Good Ideas’ and ‘Continuous Improvement’ process that will make a material difference to operational and financial performance of the QTI. Provide support to the PM Lead in managing, monitoring and controlling the Technical Institute and/or Facilities CSR, ensuring timely and high quality inputs are provided through Management to the Head of the Technical Institute and Qatar Programme. Including, but not limited to:
Maintenance of Project baselines, ensuring the application of effective change control processes, as well as management of risk, opportunity and resourcing activities. Including, but not limited to:
Supporting the PM Lead with the application of the BAE Systems Lifecycle Management Framework, particularly the Phase Review requirements. Assisting with documenting evidence in support of Contractual Payment Milestones. Ensuring the Project and Business Governance activities remain topical and aligned with any overarching BAE Systems policies that may be applicable. Providing Project Management support/oversight to the Foundation and Vocational Teams with a ‘Service Delivery’ mindset. This may include coordinating courseware design in accordance with the Certificate of Design (CoD) process as well as assisting the teams in implementing improvement initiatives. Creating periodic reports for all relevant, internal and external stakeholders. Ensuring Technical Institute progress is communicated effectively. Acting as the focal point for Export Control and Responsible Document and Record Management obligations that are applicable to the QTI.
As a Senior Project Professional the role holder will be responsible for:
Knowledge: Project Management – Familiarity with project management methodologies, tools, and techniques. Proven ability to effectively plan, execute, and monitor performance improvement projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with organisational objectives. Data Analysis and Interpretation – Strong analytical skills so able to identify trends in data and monitor progress against key performance indicators, establishing recovery plans where necessary. Continuous Improvement and Best Practices – Aware of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to business process improvement, performance management, and organisational efficiency. Lifecycle Management – Awareness of the BAE Systems Lifecycle Management Framework paired with experience across Phases of Lifecycle including Phase Reviews, Design Reviews, and Contract Reviews.
Data Analysis – Utilise data-driven insights to identify trends, analyse performance metrics, and recommend data-backed solutions for process enhancements and performance improvements. Change Management – Coordinate change initiatives by effectively communicating changes, gaining buy-in from stakeholders, and guiding teams through transitions to achieve improved business outcomes. Process Improvement – Identify, assess, and redesign existing business processes to streamline operations, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance overall efficiency, ensuring alignment with organisational goals. Project Management – Demonstrate strong project management skills to be able to oversee/deliver projects of varying size/complexity from conception to implementation, ensuring timely delivery, resource optimisation, and successful outcomes. Stakeholder Collaboration – Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams and departments, building strong relationships, and facilitating cooperation to drive continuous improvement initiatives and achieve organisational objectives. Middle East Awareness – Demonstrate awareness of working in a Middle East environment. Demonstrable experience and possession of additional language skills relevant to the region would be highly desirable but not necessary.
In an operational, fast paced setting, candidates must have:
Strong organizational and motivational skills. Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic operating environment, working with a high degree of autonomy. Experience of communicating with the customer community whilst understanding the cultural sensitives of the Middle East environment. Ability to work in a diverse environment of varying nationalities, cultures and backgrounds.
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