Planning Manager

at  AlFuttaim

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

JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Majority of the experience must be in planning and scheduling function. Hands on budget forecast and preparation of cash flow in line with the development programme.
• Must have knowledge of FIDIC
• Excellent communication skills- fluency in English is a must
• Local experience and knowledge of regulations is preferred
• Proficient in Primavera (P6, Expedition) and MS Project is a must. MS Office suites including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Collaboration
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving
• Result Oriented

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Candidate has to be holder of Engineering University Degree and should have at least 10 years experience with engineering, procurement, construction projects and, Projects planning & scheduling functions, including schedule development and schedule analysis, budget forecast, of multiple large projects and at least 5 years experience in a Planning management role with planning, schedule and supervision of personnel responsibilities.
• Professional qualification (PMI, PSP) a preference but not a necessity.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 10 years
• Significant experience in Hospitality developments including in procurement of FF&E and OS&E.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

Possess broad knowledge of project controls concepts and principles and apply the as appropriate based on sound judgment and experience. Provide expert Planning & Scheduling service to Team Leaders for Projects within the Private Portfolio, including providing strategic level programmes to Executive management. Work in close cooperation with Design, Development, Finance, Asset and Commercial Departments providing expert level services as required under the direction of the Associate Director – Delivery.