IT Project Manager
Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi with 19 recent postings.
An IT Project Manager in the GCC region requires project management, agile, communication, leadership, Git. Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 11,000 AED | 19,500 AED | 30,000 AED | 41,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 10,500 SAR | 18,500 SAR | 28,500 SAR | 39,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 11,500 QAR | 20,000 QAR | 31,000 QAR | 43,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 900 KWD | 1,600 KWD | 2,450 KWD | 3,400 KWD |
| Oman | 1,000 OMR | 1,750 OMR | 2,700 OMR | 3,750 OMR |
| Bahrain | 950 BHD | 1,650 BHD | 2,600 BHD | 3,600 BHD |
How IT Project Manager pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Forvis Mazars in Qatar
- Brainlake Advertising LLC
- Takamol Holding
- Menzies Aviation
- COMM-IT MIDDLE EAST LLC
- People Dynamics
Active markets
- kuwait
- qatar
- saudi
- uae
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as assigned Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs Fluent English language
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functional teams to achieve departmental goals and ensure stakeholder alignment. Communicate effectively with senior leadership and project stakeholders.
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Steer and manage IT projects across the global regions within the department of Retail IT.
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Deliver projects on time, within scope and budget, while meeting defined quality standards.
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Develop, maintain and track detailed project plans including work packages, milestones, timelines, and progress reporting.
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Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks and issues ensuring local and international MAN policies & regulations
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Coordinate internal resources and third
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party vendors for easy project execution.
What is the average IT Project Manager salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level IT Project Manager in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays IT Project Manager salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for IT Project Manager salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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