Job Requisition ID: 152564

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world\'s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group\'s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:

To provide support to the Business and Project Management teams (depending on nature and size of project).

Functionally reporting to Snr Planning Manager/Planning Director.

What you will do:

Responsible for:

Day to Day Operations

• Assist in the analysis of tender information and preparation of tender programmes
• Assist in the preparation of master/ contract programmes
• Analyse Labour Resource and Plant
• Analyse and evaluate construction methods and techniques
• Assist in the preparation of prelims
• Prepare procurement and information schedules
• Comment on logistics and methods of working
• Identify complex construction and associated risk/opportunities
• Assist in resolving the problems
• Assist in assessing project progress positions & production of weekly progress reports

OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Ensure that all relevant safety, quality and environmental procedures, instructions and controls are adhered to so that the safety, quality of services and environmental compliance can be guaranteed within AFC

Job Context:

Define organizational policy and other factors that have a critical impact on the job.

Required Skills to be successful:

Behavioural Competencies:

• Delighting our customers
• Working across boundaries
• Managing Complexity
• Influencing Others
• Taking Initiative
• Driving for Results
• Engaging Leadership
• Developing Talent
• Situational Adaptability
• Demonstrating Self-Awareness

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Excellent understanding of infrastructure/construction, enterprise, innovation and business growth issue
• Good knowledge of local legislation
• Proficient in the use of Primavera planning software and have extensive experience of using it in a commercial environment
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of the planning profession and development process.
• Knowledge of personnel management, including supervision, training and performance evaluation
• Preferably Licensed Engineer

Minimum Experience:

• Have a minimum of 3 to 5 years project planning role and or technical experience and have a minimum 2 years\' experience PQE with intermediate level qualifications
• Experience of supporting a business contract and/or providing support to a professional function

About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate
The real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.

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