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Confidential Company

The Planning Director is responsible for leading the overall planning and project controls function of the company to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery across all construction sites. This position oversees the operational planning aspects of all ongoing and upcoming projects to ensure they are completed on time, and in accordance with contractual requirements. The Planning director is responsible for the Leading the group of planners and planning managers, Program management, EOT claims management, Tender Planning , Coordination, and reporting. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and mentor the planning team in developing comprehensive Contract Programs, revised programs, and recovery programs.</li><li>Oversee the preparation of baseline and detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and construction methodologies.</li><li>Draft/Review Contractual correspondences for Project Directors and Management.</li><li>Review and approve project schedules, recovery plans, and time impact analyses submitted by internal teams or subcontractors.</li><li>Regularly review internal dashboards and weekly/monthly progress reports.</li><li>Review critical paths, propose and implement strategic improvements with project teams.</li><li>Review programs and develop recovery strategies collaboratively with project stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluate subcontractor schedules and reports, ensuring compliance and alignment with project objectives.</li><li>Manage and lead the preparation and submission of Extension of Time (EOT) claims with robust delay analysis.</li><li>Oversee the development and accuracy of technical submissions and planning deliverables during tender stages.</li><li>Evaluate tender documents and advise management on appropriate project durations based on scope and scale.</li><li>Prepare tender programs, method statements, resource histograms, and cash flow forecasts tailored to project needs.</li><li>Collaborate with site teams to prepare and consolidate global manpower requirements for resource planning and forecasting.</li><li>Monitor project KPIs and critical paths, and provide early warnings of potential delays and risks.</li><li>Direct a team of planning engineers and project controllers across multiple projects.</li><li>Report project status to senior management with detailed analysis and recommendations for corrective action.</li><li> </li><li>Qualifications & Experience:</li><li>Bachelor&#x27;s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred).</li><li>Minimum of 15 years’ experience in planning and project controls within the construction/contracting industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of planning software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI.</li><li>Proven track record in managing large-scale projects (infrastructure, buildings, or industrial) from pre-construction to handover.</li><li>Solid understanding of FIDIC contracts and delay analysis techniques.</li><li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical skills.</li><li>Strategic Thinking; Risk Management; Decision Making; Contractual Awareness; Technical Planning Expertise & Leadership & Team Management are key competencies required.</li></ul>

Planning Director

Road and Transport, RTA Dubai

Location: UAE Location: Dubai Industry: Transportation / Driving Function: Program / Project Management Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time What You ll Do * Develop short, medium, and long-term multi-modal transportation plans for Dubai. * Manage foresight tools to identify global transportation trends and prepare actionable insights. * Conduct scenario analysis, recommend project priorities, and allocate strategic budgets. * Perform technical reviews of transportation studies from both public and private entities. * Collaborate with government agencies, private developers, and strategic partners to ensure effective project outcomes. * Design and update Dubai s first and last-mile transportation strategy to promote sustainable mobility. * Ensure compliance with Dubai Urban Plan 2040 and long-term strategic objectives. Ideal Profile * Bachelor s or Master s degree in Transportation Planning or a related field; PhD preferred. * At least 14 years of experience in strategic transportation planning, foresight, and policy development. * Advanced proficiency in transportation modeling, scenario analysis, and forecasting tools. * Strong analytical and technical review capabilities. * Experience engaging with government stakeholders and strategic partners. * Proven project management skills including budget planning, study oversight, and performance evaluations.

Strategic Transportation Planning Director

Chalhoub Group

<div>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work certification in several markets.
Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040. 
What you'll be doing
We are looking for a Merchandising Director to drive our end-to-end Merchandise Planning transformation across the Fashion vertical. This is a pivotal role within our Merchandising community, overseeing our Merchandise strategy and operational excellence across Retail, E-commerce, Distribution/Wholesale, and Marketplaces.
You will lead a large regional team, influence senior stakeholders, partner with logistics and finance, and support the onboarding of new brands as our Fashion portfolio grows. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a moment of significant growth, technology evolution, and organizational redesign, helping shape the future of planning inside the Group.
Your responsibilities will be to:<ul>
<li>
Define, review, and challenge planning strategies across Fashion sub-verticals to ensure alignment with business priorities.</li>
<li>Drive performance against key KPIs (OTB, stock, ISA, sell-through, DOI, OTIF, fill rates)</li>
<li>Balance planning priorities across channels the different channels: Retail, Wholesale, E-commerce &amp; Marketplaces.</li>
<li>Act as the planning escalation point for VP Planning, ensuring fast and effective decision-making.</li>
<li>Review and challenge OTB, supply plans, markdown &amp; liquidation strategy.</li>
<li>Support S&amp;OP readiness and integrated demand/supply alignment.</li>
<li>Ensure effective inventory, product allocation, and omni-stock management.</li>
<li>Lead adoption of new technologies (SAP + Blue Yonder), governance models &amp; planning best practices</li>
<li>Drive process standardization across markets and brands.</li>
<li>Support planning development as the portfolio grows enabling seamless onboarding of new brands.</li>
<li>Champion continuous improvement, digital integration, and ESG alignment.</li>
<li>Lead, mentor, and develop a community of Merchandisers and Merchandise Managers.</li>
<li>Foster talent mobility, technical upskilling &amp; coaching.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and high performance.</li>
</ul>
 What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed<ul>
<li>
10+ years in Merchandising / Demand / Inventory Planning, ideally in Fashion.</li>
<li>Significant experience managing large planning teams.</li>
<li>Strong background in multi-channel environments (Retail, E-com, Marketplaces &amp; Distribution).</li>
<li>Proven track record implementing and/or scaling planning systems: SAP strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to drive planning transformation &amp; process re-design.</li>
<li>Skilled in OTB, forecasting, allocation, replenishment, markdown &amp; exit strategies.</li>
<li>Excellent commercial &amp; financial acumen with ability to interpret KPIs.</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management and able to influence senior leadership.</li>
<li>Experience managing complex, multi-brand, multi-market environments.</li>
<li>A people-first leader who builds culture, develops talent, and enables change</li>
</ul>
What we can offer you
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
We recognize the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</div>

Merchandising Director - Fashion

We are looking for a Merchandising Director to drive our end-to-end Merchandise Planning transformation across the Fashion vertical. This is a pivotal role within our Merchandising community, overseeing our Merchandise strategy and operational excellence across Retail, E-commerce, Distribution/Wholesale, and Marketplaces. You will lead a large regional team, influence senior stakeholders, partner with logistics and finance, and support the onboarding of new brands as our Fashion portfolio grows. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a moment of significant growth, technology evolution, and organizational redesign, helping shape the future of planning inside the Group. Your responsibilities will be to: <ul> <li>Define, review, and challenge planning strategies across Fashion sub-verticals to ensure alignment with business priorities.</li> <li>Drive performance against key KPIs (OTB, stock, ISA, sell-through, DOI, OTIF, fill rates)</li> <li>Balance planning priorities across channels the different channels: Retail, Wholesale, E-commerce &amp; Marketplaces.</li> <li>Act as the planning escalation point for VP Planning, ensuring fast and effective decision-making.</li> <li>Review and challenge OTB, supply plans, markdown &amp; liquidation strategy.</li> <li>Support S&amp;OP readiness and integrated demand/supply alignment.</li> <li>Ensure effective inventory, product allocation, and omni-stock management.</li> <li>Lead adoption of new technologies (SAP + Blue Yonder), governance models &amp; planning best practices</li> <li>Drive process standardization across markets and brands.</li> <li>Support planning development as the portfolio grows enabling seamless onboarding of new brands.</li> <li>Champion continuous improvement, digital integration, and ESG alignment.</li> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop a community of Merchandisers and Merchandise Managers.</li> <li>Foster talent mobility, technical upskilling &amp; coaching.</li> <li>Promote a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and high performance.</li> </ul>

Robert Walters

A fantastic opportunity has opened for an experienced Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join a global professional services firm in Dubai. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on driving financial transformation, delivering strategic insights, and leading high-performing teams to achieve operational excellence. You'll play a key role in shaping the finance function across regional operations, making a tangible impact on business performance and growth.As Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will lead the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions for two operating companies within a global matrix structure. Your responsibilities will include:Financial Reporting: Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and analysis processes for multiple entities while ensuring accuracy and compliance.Team Leadership: Guide and inspire both onshore and offshore finance teams through periods of change, fostering alignment with organisational goals.Process Automation: Champion initiatives to automate financial reporting processes and embrace digital transformation across all finance functions.Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships across departments by providing clear communication and actionable financial insights.Strategic Recommendations: Develop financial strategies that support key business decisions at regional and global levels.Controls &amp; Compliance: Implement robust controls to ensure integrity in all aspects of financial planning and analysis.Cost Optimisation: Collaborate with senior management to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.Market Awareness: Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to proactively adjust financial strategies as needed.Technology Integration: Support the adoption of new technologies into workflows to improve efficiency and data quality.Inclusive Culture: Foster a team environment that encourages knowledge sharing, mutual support, and continuous improvement.What We're Looking ForTo succeed in this role as Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, you should have:At least 15+ years' experience in financial planning and analysis within professional services or similar environments.Proven ability to build, develop, and transform high-performing finance teams across multiple geographies.Expertise in managing large-scale financial reporting processes with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.A track record of driving process automation initiatives that improve efficiency within finance functions.Familiarity with digital transformation trends in finance that enable you to add immediate value.Experience working within matrix organisations where collaboration across departments is essential.Advanced analytical skills paired with sound judgement when developing strategic recommendations.Ability to thrive in dynamic environments where flexibility is required to meet critical deadlines.Commitment to fostering an inclusive team culture that supports professional development for all members. If you're ready to take your career in financial planning and analysis to the next level while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment-this could be your next big move!Apply now!

Director- Financial Planning & Analysis

Roads and Transport Authority

<div>
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 To provide
 
 high-level
 
 
 strategic
 
 ,
 
 technical
 
 , and
 
 policy advisory
 
 to the
 
 Director General
 
 on
 
 urban planning
 
 ,
 
 sustainable mobility
 
 , and
 
 land use integration
 
 .
 
 
 The role aims to ensure that
 
 RTA&rsquo;s infrastructure
 
 ,
 
 urban development initiatives
 
 , and
 
 transport strategies
 
 align with
 
 Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040
 
 ,
 
 RTA&rsquo;s Strategic Plan
 
 , and the Emirate&rsquo;s
 
 long-term urban policy framework
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 1.Strategic and Policy Advisory:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise the
 
 Director General
 
 on
 
 urban development
 
 and
 
 transport-related policy
 
 directions, frameworks, and initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Develop, review, and recommend
 
 urban and mobility
 
 policies
 
 , ensuring alignment with
 
 Dubai&rsquo;s strategic urban vision
 
 and
 
 government legislation
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Evaluate
 
 the
 
 impact
 
 of
 
 emirate-level policies
 
 on
 
 RTA&rsquo;s projects
 
 and recommend
 
 adjustments
 
 or
 
 new policy proposals
 
 where needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the creation of
 
 urban planning
 
 and
 
 transport governance models
 
 , ensuring clear
 
 policy coordination
 
 across sectors.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 2.Integrated Urban Planning:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide expert
 
 analysis
 
 on
 
 master plans
 
 ,
 
 zoning frameworks
 
 , and
 
 major development projects
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure the
 
 integration
 
 of
 
 land use
 
 ,
 
 public transport
 
 , and
 
 mobility planning
 
 into a
 
 coherent urban strategy
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Endorse
 
 planning studies that support ,
 
 walkable
 
 , and
 
 transit-oriented urban development
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 3.Policy Development and Institutional Alignment:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Collaborate
 
 with
 
 Dubai Municipality
 
 ,
 
 Supreme Committee of Urban Planning
 
 , and other
 
 government bodies
 
 to
 
 harmonize
 
 planning and transport
 
 policies
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Draft and propose
 
 
 policy papers
 
 ,
 
 frameworks
 
 , and
 
 position statements
 
 on behalf of
 
 RTA leadership
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Support
 
 
 interagency working groups
 
 to
 
 monitor
 
 and
 
 assess
 
 policy
 
 implementation outcomes
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 4.Technical and Research Leadership:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Lead
 
 urban policy
 
 research
 
 on topics such as
 
 sustainable mobility
 
 ,
 
 city resilience
 
 , and
 
 urban form optimization
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Benchmark
 
 RTA&rsquo;s urban planning policies against
 
 international best practices
 
 (e.g.,
 
 Copenhagen
 
 ,
 
 Singapore
 
 ,
 
 London
 
 ).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Evaluate
 
 policy
 
 performance
 
 using measurable
 
 indicators
 
 (
 
 urban density
 
 ,
 
 modal share
 
 ,
 
 accessibility
 
 ,
 
 emissions
 
 ).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 5.Governance and Oversight:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Review
 
 
 consultant submissions
 
 ,
 
 master plans
 
 , and
 
 urban studies
 
 for
 
 policy
 
 and
 
 technical compliance
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide
 
 recommendations
 
 to improve
 
 planning efficiency
 
 ,
 
 governance transparency
 
 , and
 
 stakeholder collaboration
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Monitor
 
 the
 
 execution
 
 of urban
 
 policy decisions
 
 and
 
 prepare reports
 
 for
 
 senior leadership
 
 and the
 
 RTA Board
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 6.Advisory Representation:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Represent RTA
 
 in
 
 strategic policy forums
 
 ,
 
 steering committees
 
 , and
 
 intergovernmental taskforces
 
 related to
 
 urban development
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Promote
 
 RTA&rsquo;s
 
 leadership
 
 in
 
 policy innovation
 
 for
 
 sustainable cities
 
 within the
 
 country
 
 and
 
 regional platforms
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Experience:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Master&rsquo;s
 
 or
 
 PhD
 
 in
 
 Urban Planning
 
 ,
 
 Urban Policy
 
 ,
 
 Transport Planning
 
 , or
 
 Public Administration
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 15+ years
 
 of experience in
 
 urban planning
 
 ,
 
 transport strategy
 
 , and
 
 policy development
 
 within large
 
 public sector entities
 
 or
 
 international consultancies
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Deep understanding
 
 of
 
 urban governance
 
 ,
 
 policy design
 
 , and
 
 institutional coordination frameworks
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Proficiency
 
 in
 
 GIS
 
 ,
 
 urban analytics
 
 , and
 
 mobility data modeling
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Excellent communication
 
 ,
 
 policy writing
 
 , and
 
 strategic presentation
 
 skills in
 
 Arabic
 
 and
 
 English
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Competencies:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic and policy formulation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Urban and regional planning expertise.
 </li>
 <li>
 Governmental relations and regulatory awareness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Data-driven decision-making and scenario planning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership in sustainable mobility and smart city policy innovation.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Advisor | Urban Planning

Imtiaz Real Estate Investment & Development LLC

Job description:As an HR Director, you are assigned (but not limited to) the following responsibilities and duties.· Lead manpower planning initiatives for large-scale construction projects, ensuring optimal resource allocation and readiness for future project demands.· Provide strategic leadership in workforce planning, addressing both immediate project requirements and long-term talent needs.· Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast workforce needs and develop strategic recruitment plans for critical roles.· Create and implement a comprehensive system to streamline HR activities, processes, and workflows, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all levels.· Manage change initiatives, including organizational restructuring and the adoption of new systems or practices, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.· Develop and drive HR strategies aligned with the company’s long-term vision and organizational objectives, ensuring alignment with the construction industry’s unique demands.· Oversee the development of talent acquisition strategies to attract high-performing professionals in the construction sector.· Drive organizational development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development for key positions.· Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, building industry standards, and company policies across all HR functions.· Monitor and analyze key HR metrics to provide data-driven insights that inform strategic decision-making.· Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to build a workforce reflective of the global and multicultural construction industry.· Oversee the design and management of competitive compensation and benefits programs to ensure alignment with market trends.· Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, offering insights on organizational effectiveness, culture, and workforce challenges.· Oversee training and development programs that align with the strategic goals of the organization and enhance workforce capabilities.· Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, such as regulatory bodies, recruitment agencies, and industry associations.· Ensure effective governance of employee relations and conflict resolution processes at a strategic level.· Direct HR’s role in corporate social responsibility initiatives and employer branding strategies to position the company as an employer of choice.

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