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    Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The opportunity EY has an established industry leading Transaction Real Estate Advisory Practice. We are looking for an aspirational Real Estate investment professional with corporate finance or strategy background and a focus on Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC), to join our team at Manager level. Your key responsibilities As a Manager within the TREAS team, you are likely to spend your day working on strategic or operational issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities, with a focus on real estate and hospitality. You will be a key point of contact for the clients, and will also have a vital role in coaching and developing junior members of the team. Your mandate will be to ensure quality deliverables through the supervision of analysts and consultants and managing a portfolio of business.

    Skills and attributes for success We support clients with their evolving business strategy throughout the real estate lifecycle with the following services: – Valuation – including purchase price allocation of real property or portfolios for purposes of financial or tax reporting – Transaction due diligence (buy-side and sell-side/carve-out) – including lender diligence, real estate M&A diligence, real estate asset diligence, transaction closing proration – Operational diligence and performance reviews for hotels, malls and leisure/entertainment assets – Development and Strategic Advisory – feasibility studies, highest-and-best use analysis, concept ideation/development, destination strategy, tourism product development (leisure and entertainment), growth/expansion/entry strategies – Capital markets – including capital strategy for property and real estate entities, raising equity capital or debt To qualify for the role you must have – As a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Real Estate (preferred), Economics, Finance, Business or Architecture and at least 6 years of related work experience. – Familiarity with RHC terminology – Experience in commercial real estate, hospitality or tourism with focus on acquisition, due diligence, real estate valuation, loan underwriting, asset management, finance, or market research. – High business acumen and strategic mind set – Flexibility to travel within the region (approximately 25% to 50%) – Advanced Excel and financial modelling expertise. Argus experience strongly desired Ideally, you’ll also have – Previous real estate experience in professional services/Big 4 or similar consulting firm – A Master’s degree in a relevant field or MBA – CFA/CAIA/RICS qualification – Fluency in Arabic language (although not mandatory) What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for real estate and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs . If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Sr. Planning Engineer | WFC Holding

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Planning, costing and scheduling metrics and tools (work breakdown structure), collecting performance data (installed quantities, expended labour hours, and other progress measurements for direct hire and subcontract labour), tracking data (daily cost compilation and monitoring), analyzing and reporting (earned value, productivity and risk analysis).• Developing project master schedule, updating, monitoring and reviewing contractor construction schedules, submittals, material delivery, procurement logs and daily follow-up in addition to the necessary productivity measurement studies and associated corrective measures.• Implementing ‘Work Order’ procedures in conjunction with QA/QC staff.• Identifying and tracking changes, actual and potential, to the project scope, ensuring estimates of cost changes and schedule impact are given visibility with the client and project management.• Participating in contract administration.• Reviewing and approving contractor’s work programs submissions.• Review, monitor and provide reports/recommendations on Contractors programme/reports submissions.• Develop and review project schedule.• Plan, coordinate, supervise and direct all planning and scheduling activities.• Organize, implement and maintain scheduling management system supporting identified projects and their plans.• Assist to set up tasks and sub tasks to ensure satisfactory realization of project contract requirements as scheduled.• Ensure that corporate planning and schedule standards are implemented and that all project related activities comply.• Interact with project team and project managers to understand scope of work and update detailed schedules, cost information and identification of variances from original plan.• Evaluate project schedule progress and performance and identify developing problem areas.• Analyze critical path and constraints to determine effect of changes to schedule and recommend work-around.• Suggest management of risks affecting project schedules and interfaces.• Assist project team to develop and maintain periodic status reports to keep management informed on project progress.• Conduct analysis to determine alternative courses of action or recovery on slipped schedules.

    Requirements:• BS degree in civil engineering from a recognized institution• Minimum least 10 years buildings experience and knowledge of design and build contracts with at least 5 years working in the UAE in a similar position.• Demonstrate deep knowledge of Primavera P6 and efficiency in Microsoft Office products.• Able to manage multiple project schedules with interfaces and preparing regular program reporting to management level.• Knowledge of engineering, construction tools and general processes for infrastructure projects.• Excellent communication skills in English

    WFC Holding was born out of a market need for specialist shared services support functions in the UAE.

    WFC Holding has rapidly expanded its service offering, capability, and client base to become an integrated business process outsourcing company. More

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    Senior Cost Manager | Currie & Brown

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Currie & Brown is looking for a site-based senior cost manager for our office in Abu Dhabi UAE.The successful candidate will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.Responsibilities will include:• Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients• Delivering projects, commissions and professional assignments• Assuming a leading role in setting objectives and priorities, working as a proactive team player• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects; liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control• Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner• Providing support to the team leader/service leaders in cost management of projects• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong working relationships

    Requirements:• BSc in quantity surveying • Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors • A minimum of ten years’ technical delivery experience gained within a global consultancy firm• Pre and post-contract experience • Middle East experience• Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills • Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible

    Currie & Brown is one of the world’s leading physical assets management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients in respect of the procurement, construction, management and utilisation of their physical assets.

    From airports to corporate headquarters, power stations to health and education, leisure and hotel facilities to transportation infrastructure – the sheer range of projects we are involved in gives us a vast breadth and depth of experience. Projects of this kind cannot be tackled with an ‘off-the-peg, one-size-fits-all’ solution. Instead, we apply flexible working and innovative thinking to provide a value-for-money, tailored solution.

    We operate throughout the world and have offices in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, India and the Middle East. More

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    Ops Quality Lead – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryOperations Quality is a relatively new function which is responsible for the definition, measurement and monitoring of quality standards across the tech operation and our internal business-facing IT services. It also has responsibility for delivery and data quality processes; Change, Release and Configuration Management, ensuring that they are fit for purpose, flexible and driving the maximum benefit for our teams and the firm.The Ops Quality Manager will oversee the function, set the direction and roadmap, ensuring all plans are in alignment with the overarching Technology Services strategy. They will drive a cycle of continuous improvement through effective governance and reporting, and where quality is compromised, seek the most effective ways to redress.The Ops Quality Manager will have ownership of the following;- Definition of the Ops Quality Strategy & Roadmap- Ops Quality Operating Model and Life Cycle- Agreeing & setting of Quality standards, metrics and KPIs- Quality reporting; design, evolution, accuracy, presentation, communication- Ensuring that Governance structures are appropriate and tailored to ME working practices- ITIL V3 Foundation or Higher- University Degree educated or equivalent- Relevant Project, Release or Change Qualification- Fluency in spoken and written English- 10+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.- Holding Tech Leads & Process Owners to account for the delivery of Quality products and services, and the reduction of risk wherever possible- Ensuring Stakeholders are bought-in to the processes, strategy and plans- Ensuring compliance with Global process & policy- IT Change & Release Management; ensuring the seamless implementation of changes and system releases through strong release planning, change coordination, system and user acceptance testing, and deployment best practice- IT Configuration Management- Quality oversight across the following processes;- Incident Management- Problem Management- APM- Risk Management- Audit and Compliance findings for Technology Services- DR and BCP processes for Technology Services

    Knowledge, skills, and abilities- Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of Change & Release Management, with practical experience of developing, documenting and implementing processes and procedures- Experience working with a variety of governance frameworks and enhancing these to fit to organisational culture with emphasis on proven ability to mentor/coach individuals as part of overall organisational development process- Technical background in Information Technology management is desirable, with strong process knowledge of systems development lifecycles, programme and project management- IT development processes and delivery lifecycles, including all aspects of technical and business testing- Proven experience managing stakeholders and leading small to medium sized teams to deliver to common goals- Practical experience of ServiceNow ITSM modules, reporting and dashboards

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    UAE National – Project Manager | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are recruiting for a UAE National – Construction Project Manager. They are seeking candidates who have experience managing large projects within construction, infrastructure and property. The candidate will contribute to the efficiency of the projects by providing professional and efficient reviews of construction decisions.Client DetailsOur client is a top tier government entity based in Abu Dhabi.Description* Managing a number of projects, in terms of scope, quality, cost and time, including developing, reviewing and approving construction drawings, materials, specifications, standards, data bases and managing the modifications* Enhancement of existing facilities to accommodate the growing needs of end users.* Act as an ultimate authority and ensure all projects are met within the contract requirements and within the project schedule and budget limit.Job Offer* Offering a competitive monthly salary + benefits * This is a confidential project working for the number one government entity in Abu Dhabi* Education allowance* Bonus

    * 6 + year’s experience as a Senior Project Coordinator or Project Manager* Extensive and demonstrable experience of managing and deploying large-scale projects* Experience with large scale infrastructure projects – AED 500 Mill and above* Bachelor’s in engineering (Civil, Mechanical etc. or any related field)* Fluent in writing and speaking in both Arabic and English is essential* Family book is required

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Civil Engineer – Buildings Project | Big Fish Recruitment

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Objectives: • The role will be working along side the Design Manager and handles all the municipal drawings, submission, and approval process.Main responsibilities: • Plan, design and inspect construction work of various civil projects.• Oversee design and construction aspects of assigned civil projects.• Involve in groundwork and review of A&E and statement of work (SOW).• Interact with civil engineers/architects for different projects.• Execute the work as field engineer consultant.• Collaborate with senior consultants to execute risk analysis studies.• Execute risk management processes and construction frameworks.• Handle and manage asset management services.• Provide risk- based technical assessments.• Define maintenance risk master plans.• Provide civil engineering related technical assistance and training guidance.

    Salary:
    SAR
    8,000 to 10,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Qualifications:• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering and or equivalent. • At least 5 years of experience as civil engineer and has building projects. • Must be coming from consultancy and/or contracting companies. • Must be based in Saudi Arabia.• Open to any nationality

    Service

    Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs.

    Knowledge

    Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term.

    Care

    At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that’s why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability. More

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    Operations Manager | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse is working with an Instillation Contractor which was established in 2016. The company was established to support its sister company who manufacture insulated panels. Together, they offer a turn-key solution for their clients across the GCC region. Both companies are part of a well-established Conglomerate Holding Company which has been operating in Dubai for over 50 years. This role will be responsible for the overall initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of all supply and installation projects for both Contractor and Manufacturing Companies. The position will have to provide all projects with the proper direction, coordination and management needed to meet all project requirements in line with their approved budgets and timelines. You will review all contractual documents in detail for every project to ensure that all information is captured accurately and in the best interest of the company, working hand-in-hand with Project Engineers to align each project’s strategy based on its specific requirements. You will ensure all quality control standards and HSE procedures are being adhered too at all times.

    The successful candidate will hold a bachelors Degree in a relative field (Civil, Mechanical, etc) and have a minimum of 10 years professional experience, 5 of which should be in a similar Operations Management role. You must have recent experience working with an Instillation or Industrial Contractor and have thorough understanding of Project Management and Contract Management best practices. You will be able to demonstrate relative experience of working in a fast-paced, diverse role and be able to oversee and manage multiple projects at any one time. It is essential you are you fluent in Arabic, both verbal and written.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Housing Project Manager | Zuhair Fayez Partnership

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting Company looking for HOUSING Project Manager in side KSA.• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility• Ensure resource availability and allocation• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques• Report and escalate to management as needed• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders• Perform risk management to minimize project risks• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation• Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project• Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members• Use and continually develop leadership skills others

    Requirements:• Working in consulting companies • Bachelor in Architectural or Civil Eng. from KSA, USA, European or equivalent with PMP.• Experience: 20+ as Civil Eng some of them In Housing projects• Location: Riyadh

    Zuhair Fayez Partnership is one of the leading and most established Architectural, Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management and Engineering Information System Consultancy Firms in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with over 40 years of professional experience in the local, regional, and international market since its inception in 1975.

    The current organizational structure comprises the following main divisions: Technical Services, Buildings Design, Municipal Projects, Transportation Design, Construction Management and Site Supervision Services.

    Zuhair Fayez Partnership has firmly established itself as a pioneer in the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Technology throughout the design process, Sustainability study, construction managements (through 4D & 5D simulation), and Facilities Management as well. More