Product Owner
Job Reference: 31775-Product owner
Company: RecruitArab - recruiter
Industry: Construction
Job Title: Product Owner - Construction
Location: Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 2024-09-16
Email for Applications: apply@emiratesrecruiter.com
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Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Owner to join our dynamic team in Ras Al Khaimah, specializing in the construction industry. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in shaping our product vision and driving the development of innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Vision & Strategy: Define and communicate the product vision and strategy in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including clients, project managers, and development teams. Gather and prioritize requirements, ensuring that stakeholder needs are met effectively.
- Backlog Management: Create, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog, ensuring that it reflects the most valuable features and enhancements based on stakeholder feedback and market trends.
- Agile Methodology: Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of product increments.
- User Story Development: Write clear and concise user stories and acceptance criteria, ensuring that they are well-defined and understood by the development team.
- Market Research: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, customer needs, and opportunities for innovation within the construction sector.
- Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product performance and success. Use data-driven insights to inform decisions and product improvements.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges related to product development and implementation. Collaborate with teams to develop mitigation strategies.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to internal teams and clients on product features and functionalities, ensuring a smooth adoption process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role, preferably within the construction industry.
- Proven experience in Agile methodologies and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Strong understanding of product management principles and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset, with experience in analyzing market trends and user feedback.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello) and product design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch) is an advantage.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- The chance to make a significant impact in the construction industry through product innovation.
If you are a proactive and results-oriented Product Owner with a passion for the construction sector, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, to apply@emiratesrecruiter.com.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in joining our team in Ras Al Khaimah!
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