planning engineer

project manager

procurement manager

project coordinator

project engineer

planning manager

AtkinsRéalis

<p></p><div><p><b>AtkinsR&eacute;alis</b>, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We are active in the Middle East and India for over 10 years with our regional headquarter in Dubai, and offices in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Our Middle East and India presence is complemented by our operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the USA, and our 2,000 plus global staff.</p><p></p><p><b>
Job Description:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Ability to develop initial baseline schedules with little project information. This requires previous experience in residential (town houses, villas), high rise buildings, hospitality, mixed use development projects.
</p></li><li><p>Assist in the preparation and management of overview and strategic programmes, including design, procurement and construction schedules together with supporting information required schedules</p></li><li><p>
Include all project stages from initiations to completion in the baseline and identify stage gates accordingly.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate and manage the preparation and development of master planning, engineering, procurement, and construction schedules together with associated information required schedules</p></li><li><p>
Establish and agree project reporting procedures, prepare and present monthly project progress. Develop project and programme dashboard templates to be used across the programme by designer and contractors.</p></li><li><p>
Review the schedules and related documents from the designers and contractors including monthly reports and analyse the content to ensure compliance with project objectives</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Review schedule trends to identify problem areas and recommend corrective action to management. Monitor actual progress against planned progress</p></li><li><p>
Monitor engineering design progress, material and equipment procurement and construction and commissioning status</p></li><li><p>
Prepare progress monitoring tools using earned value for the management and monitoring of the above mentioned schedules. Monitor progress both on and off site. Identify deviations (progress trends) in both construction and procurement progress and suggest possible courses of corrective action</p></li><li><p>
Working closely with the Project Controls Manager and Project Team to ensure that the &lsquo;programme&rsquo; is feasible, complies with the Project Master Plan and contractual documents</p></li><li><p>
Interface on a daily basis with the designers, PMCs, main contractor sub contractors and internal management.</p></li><li><p>
Carry out studies into scheduling, manpower, cash flow, and material flow as needed</p></li><li><p>
Attend offsite meetings as requested by the client</p></li><li><p>
Review schedules for slippage of key dates</p></li><li><p>
Assist in the defence / approval of any claim for time extension or major change to the schedule</p></li><li><p>
Other duties as requested from time to time</p></li><li><p>
Ensuring that each Planning Engineer runs his or her section to the highest professional standards, that all information is current, and that every member of the team is receiving the information he or she needs to fulfil their responsibilities.</p></li><li><p>
Establish and maintain consistent and adequate administration procedures, in their field. These procedures will be followed across the project by the respective planners working under the Construction Managers.</p></li><li><p>
Participate with the project management team, as directed by the Project Director, to achieve project deliverables.</p></li><li><p>
Involve key stakeholder requirements and approvals in the baseline</p></li><li><p>
Issue high-level schedule weekly updates</p></li><li><p>
Identify and report main issues interfering with progress</p></li><li><p>
Identify and report on measures for improving schedule performance</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Establish Scheduling, reporting procedures, tools, templates, instruction, etc. to standardize the work across the programme.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor the timing of submittals against schedule requirements</p></li><li><p>
Develop and monitor programme KPIs
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Ideally you should possess a degree in construction management and / or civil engineering and hold a membership/chartership from a construction related professional body.</p></li><li><p>
Generally, you will have a minimum of 12 years of experience and have a track record of working on heritage/ hotels/master planning/ museum / cultural / pavilion projects, ideally with minimum 5 years&rsquo; experience working in the region.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with the local Emirate of Abu Dhabi authority permitting processes</p></li><li><p>
Previous involvement in industrial or similar projects (pre-contract and in construction stage)</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in: a) Power BI dashboards, b) Primavera P6, c) Microsoft Project
</p></li><li><p>People skills</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Rewards &amp; Benefits:</b></p><p></p><p>
We offer an excellent package which includes:</p><ul><li><p>
A competitive salary</p></li><li><p>
Transportation allowance</p></li><li><p>
Medical and life insurance cover</p></li><li><p>
Annual leave</p></li><li><p>
Medical and life insurance cover</p></li><li><p>
Company gratuity scheme</p></li><li><p>
Discretionary bonus scheme</p></li><li><p>
Annual flight allowance to point of origin</p></li><li><p>
Employee Well-Being Programme &ndash; 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants;</p></li></ul></div>

Planning Manager

<div>
 <strong>
  AtkinsR&eacute;alis
 </strong>
 , a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We are active in the Middle East and India for over 10 years with our regional headquarter in Dubai, and offices in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Our Middle East and India presence is complemented by our operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the USA, and our 2,000 plus global staff.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Ability to develop initial baseline schedules with little project information. This requires previous experience in residential (town houses, villas), high rise buildings, hospitality, mixed use development projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in the preparation and management of overview and strategic programmes, including design, procurement and construction schedules together with supporting information required schedules
  </li>
  <li>
   Include all project stages from initiations to completion in the baseline and identify stage gates accordingly.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate and manage the preparation and development of master planning, engineering, procurement, and construction schedules together with associated information required schedules
  </li>
  <li>
   Establish and agree project reporting procedures, prepare and present monthly project progress. Develop project and programme dashboard templates to be used across the programme by designer and contractors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Review the schedules and related documents from the designers and contractors including monthly reports and analyse the content to ensure compliance with project objectives
  </li>
  <li>
   Review schedule trends to identify problem areas and recommend corrective action to management. Monitor actual progress against planned progress
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor engineering design progress, material and equipment procurement and construction and commissioning status
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare progress monitoring tools using earned value for the management and monitoring of the above mentioned schedules. Monitor progress both on and off site. Identify deviations (progress trends) in both construction and procurement progress and suggest possible courses of corrective action
  </li>
  <li>
   Working closely with the Project Controls Manager and Project Team to ensure that the &lsquo;programme&rsquo; is feasible, complies with the Project Master Plan and contractual documents
  </li>
  <li>
   Interface on a daily basis with the designers, PMCs, main contractor sub contractors and internal management.
  </li>
  <li>
   Carry out studies into scheduling, manpower, cash flow, and material flow as needed
  </li>
  <li>
   Attend offsite meetings as requested by the client
  </li>
  <li>
   Review schedules for slippage of key dates
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in the defence / approval of any claim for time extension or major change to the schedule
  </li>
  <li>
   Other duties as requested from time to time
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensuring that each Planning Engineer runs his or her section to the highest professional standards, that all information is current, and that every member of the team is receiving the information he or she needs to fulfil their responsibilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Establish and maintain consistent and adequate administration procedures, in their field. These procedures will be followed across the project by the respective planners working under the Construction Managers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participate with the project management team, as directed by the Project Director, to achieve project deliverables.
  </li>
  <li>
   Involve key stakeholder requirements and approvals in the baseline
  </li>
  <li>
   Issue high-level schedule weekly updates
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify and report main issues interfering with progress
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify and report on measures for improving schedule performance
  </li>
  <li>
   Establish Scheduling, reporting procedures, tools, templates, instruction, etc. to standardize the work across the programme.
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor the timing of submittals against schedule requirements
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop and monitor programme KPIs
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Ideally you should possess a degree in construction management and / or civil engineering and hold a membership/chartership from a construction related professional body.
  </li>
  <li>
   Generally, you will have a minimum of 12 years of experience and have a track record of working on heritage/ hotels/master planning/ museum / cultural / pavilion projects, ideally with minimum 5 years&rsquo; experience working in the region.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with the local Emirate of Abu Dhabi authority permitting processes
  </li>
  <li>
   Previous involvement in industrial or similar projects (pre-contract and in construction stage)
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in: a) Power BI dashboards, b) Primavera P6, c) Microsoft Project
  </li>
  <li>
   People skills
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Rewards &amp; Benefits
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We offer an excellent package which includes:
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   A competitive salary
  </li>
  <li>
   Transportation allowance
  </li>
  <li>
   Medical and life insurance cover
  </li>
  <li>
   Annual leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Medical and life insurance cover
  </li>
  <li>
   Company gratuity scheme
  </li>
  <li>
   Discretionary bonus scheme
  </li>
  <li>
   Annual flight allowance to point of origin
  </li>
  <li>
   Employee Well-Being Programme &ndash; 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants;
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


ALEC Holdings

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Senior Planning Manager &ndash; Abu Dhabi, UAE
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Are you a strategic thinker with deep experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where accuracy, foresight, and coordination drive success?
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Who We Are
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC)
  </strong>
  , part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is one of the GCC&rsquo;s most trusted construction companies, delivering high-profile, technically complex developments across airports, high-rises, retail, and hospitality sectors.
 </p>
 <p>
  In the UAE, ALEC is behind some of the nation's most iconic projects, offering fully integrated construction solutions through specialist business units.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why Join Us?
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  As a Senior Planning Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving project success through meticulous programme development and proactive risk management. You&rsquo;ll interpret technical documentation to build resilient schedules, identify potential risks early, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery.
 </p>
 <p>
  You&rsquo;ll collaborate across planning, technical, procurement, and construction teams to align methodologies, resources, and logistics &mdash; fostering seamless coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
 </p>
 <p>
  In addition, you&rsquo;ll lead performance tracking and reporting efforts, from establishing baseline resource curves to preparing delay impact assessments and EOT claims.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   About Your Team
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Reporting to the
  <strong>
   Head of Planning
  </strong>
  , you will work closely with project managers, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to create, manage, and monitor detailed project schedules. You&rsquo;ll also provide mentorship to junior planning engineers and support strategic project decisions through accurate data and analysis.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Your Role
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   As a Senior Planning Manager, you will:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Developing and managing project program, calendars, and critical paths
  </li>
  <li>
   Interpreting drawings, BOQs, and specifications to shape planning strategies
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborating with engineers, managers, procurement, and supply chain teams
  </li>
  <li>
   Assessing risks, proposing mitigation, and supporting change management
  </li>
  <li>
   Preparing reports, progress audits, and resource forecasts
  </li>
  <li>
   Supporting 4D digital planning and ensuring compliance with ALEC standards
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  This is a full-time position following a Monday to Saturday work schedule, standard within the industry for site-based roles.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What We&rsquo;re Looking For
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Experience &amp; Qualifications:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Degree in Engineering, Building, or equivalent
  </li>
  <li>
   15&ndash;18 years in building construction
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong technical planning knowledge
  </li>
  <li>
   Solid contractual awareness
  </li>
  <li>
   Expert in Primavera P6 &amp; MS Office
  </li>
  <li>
   Skilled in scheduling, task prioritization, and progress tracking
  </li>
  <li>
   Clear, persuasive communicator across teams and clients
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in
   <strong>
    theme park or hospitality projects
   </strong>
   is a strong advantage
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Skills:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong understanding of project management methodologies and construction sequencing.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  What We Offer
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   The opportunity to shape and influence major, high-impact infrastructure projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   A supportive, collaborative team culture where innovation and excellence are core values.
  </li>
  <li>
   Professional growth, mentorship, and career development opportunities within ALEC Group.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Are you ready to take the lead in planning world-class infrastructure?
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  If you&rsquo;re highly organized, technically strong, and thrive in high-performance environments&mdash;we want to hear from you.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Apply today and be part of something excellent.
  </strong>
 </p>
</div>


Senior Planning Manager

DEOW INTERNATIONAL

<p><b>Position Title:</b> Project Control Manager<br/><b>Location:</b> Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates<br/><b>Monthly Salary:</b> AED 20,000 &ndash; 25,000 (All-inclusive)<br/><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time / Permanent</p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced <b>Project Control Manager</b> to lead project planning, cost control, and reporting functions for our ongoing and upcoming projects in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing schedule management, cost forecasting, risk analysis, and performance measurement to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.</li><li>Track and control project costs, including budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance tracking methodologies.</li><li>Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams including Engineering, Procurement, and Finance to ensure alignment of planning and execution.</li><li>Manage project risks, identify schedule/cost impacts, and provide mitigation strategies.</li><li>Oversee change control processes, including impact analysis and approvals.</li><li>Support contract administration, claims preparation, and progress billing.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company standards, procedures, and client requirements.</li><li>Provide leadership and mentorship to junior planning and control staff as required.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications &amp; Skills</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum <b>5&ndash;10 years of experience</b> in project controls, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, and advanced Excel.</li><li>Experience with EVM, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting tools.</li><li>Familiarity with project control practices in sectors such as construction, oil &amp; gas, or infrastructure is preferred.</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>PMP, CCP, or PMI-SP certification is an advantage.</li></ul><p><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary package</li><li>Opportunity to work on high-profile projects</li><li>Professional development and training support</li><li>Multinational team environment</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per month</p><p>Ability to commute/relocate:</p><ul><li>Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>

Project Control Manager

AD Ports Group

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Digital Strategy Senior Manager is a key leadership role responsible for spearheading the Digital strategy team and guiding the organization's Digital strategic planning and execution within the Corporate Digital &amp; Transformation department at AD Ports Group. As a seasoned professional in Digital &amp; Technology strategy development, this role involves leading the formulation and refinement of Group wide strategies, ensuring they align with the organization's overall vision and mission. The Digital Strategy Senior Manager plays a crucial part in setting strategic directions, maintaining a competitive edge, and supporting decentralized Digital business units in their strategic direction setting, fostering a culture of innovation and forward-thinking across the organization. This role demands a high level of expertise in managing complex strategic projects and a deep understanding of digital technology dynamics to effectively drive strategic change and growth in the Digital space for AD Ports Group.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Core Responsibilities:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead the Digital strategy and strategic planning capabilities for ADPG Group Digital &amp; Transformation, ensuring alignment with the overall organizational goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage the overall ADPG Digital Strategy (and associated sub-Strategies e.g. AI), developing and maintaining a standard methodology for strategy formulation, cascading and reporting.
  </li>
  <li>
   Facilitate strategy alignment with the Group Shareholder expectations, including Group level Digital KPI&rsquo;s
  </li>
  <li>
   Guide and provide expert advice on the development and alignment of digital strategies across different AD Ports Group clusters, ensuring they enable the business strategies of the respective clusters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee the annual Digital strategic planning process, from conception to execution, ensuring it supports the Group&rsquo;s broader strategy, and aligns the organization to the guiding objectives and priorities set at a Group level
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead strategic transformation engagements and collaborate with external consultants as necessary to guarantee the quality and timeliness of strategy-related projects and initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure that the strategies developed are actionable and measurable, with a clear impact on the Group&rsquo;s long-term success.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead, develop and manage Digital Strategy and Planning team, ensuring their alignment with the Group&rsquo;s strategic objective and oversee their professional development.
  </li>
  <li>
   Foster a culture of strategic thinking and continuous improvement within the team and the wider organization.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead cross-functional teams in strategic Digital initiatives, promoting collaboration and integration across different departments and clusters.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  People Management Responsibilites:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead and develop a team of digital strategists, analysts, and project managers
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management to direct reports.
  </li>
  <li>
   Foster a collaborative, innovative, and digitally-minded team culture.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and succession development within the digital team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Champion cross-functional knowledge sharing and digital upskilling initiatives across departments.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Strategic Responsibilities:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Align digital transformation efforts with overall business strategy and future vision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop business cases for investment in digital capabilities, platforms, and systems.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with executive leadership to embed digital thinking in long-term planning.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify strategic partnerships with technology providers, startups, and academia.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Digital Innovation, or related field Master&rsquo;s degree in Business, IT, or industry-related field is a plus
  </li>
  <li>
   English &ndash; Excellent Written and Spoken. Arabic optional
  </li>
  <li>
   A minimum of 12-15 years of experience in a similar role
  </li>
  <li>
   Within a consulting or high-calibre multi-national organization
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience in technology strategy development
  </li>
  <li>
   10+ years of Technology strategy development and strategic planning experience with an international consulting firm or a high-profile organisation
  </li>
  <li>
   Profound understanding and expertise in strategic planning and execution, capable of leading complex strategy development across the organization.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong leadership abilities to guide and develop a high-performing strategy team, with a focus on mentoring and professional growth.
  </li>
  <li>
   Exceptional analytical capabilities to synthesize complex data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable strategic plans.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate and drive strategic vision across various levels of the organization.
  </li>
  <li>
   Advanced problem-solving skills, adept at identifying and addressing challenges in strategy development and implementation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Capacity to innovate and adapt strategies in a dynamic business environment, maintaining alignment with the organization's evolving needs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong collaboration skills to work effectively across different departments and with external partners, fostering a unified approach to strategy.
  </li>
  <li>
   Deep understanding of the industry and market trends, ensuring the strategies developed are relevant and competitive.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  About Us
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 AD Ports Group
 <br/>
 <br/>
 A Global Player
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Through organic growth and partnerships, AD Ports Group has developed over the years into an integrated premier enabler of trade, industrialisation, and economic diversification. Established by Emiri Decree and owned by ADQ, one of the region&rsquo;s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s diversified economy.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 AD Ports Group is committed to building elite trade and logistics propositions. As trade has grown, so have we. Today, we are an integrated business across 5 clusters &ndash; Digital, Economic Cities &amp; Free Zones, Logistics, Maritime, and Ports connecting global maritime routes and international trading partners.
</div>


Senior Manager Digital Strategy

New York University

<div>Position Summary:
<div><b>
UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Senior Finance Manager reporting to the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs.</div><div></div><div><br>
Under the direction of the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs, provides professional financial guidance for all funds within the Provost&rsquo;s jurisdiction. As a senior member of the Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs team, the Senior Finance Manager will support the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs in providing key financial analysis and recommendations aligned to support the strategic focus and mission of the units and divisions under the Provost&rsquo;s Office.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Senior Finance Manager will facilitate all financial activities, not limited to, but including budget planning and associated administrative tasks, to ensure best practices and processes are in place to maximize compliance with all internal and external policies and regulations. The Senior Finance Manager will ensure financial support is available to meet the needs of all stakeholders. The Senior Finance Manager will liaise with all members of the Provost&rsquo;s teams as well as the Vice Provosts, Divisional Deans, Faculty members, Divisional administrative staff as well as the Financial Affairs Team. The Senior Finance Manager may have some supervisory responsibility within the Fiscal Affairs team.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilites:</b></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Financial Management</i></div><ul><li>
Responsible for sound financial operations and coordination of activities in academic fiscal affairs, ensuring these functions are aligned to support the strategic focus &amp; mission of the departments across all funds</li><li>
Is a key resource person offering professional financial guidance to the administrative heads and fosters an excellent working relationship with leadership, faculty, researchers, and the Provost&rsquo;s units at large</li><li>
Provides direction and oversight to the divisions, faculty, and staff for the application of all internal and external financial policies &amp; procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance across all departments</li><li>
Prepares and reviews financial statements with the budget holders to ensure the strategic direction of the units is on track and, when necessary, addresses potential over-expenditure situations</li><li>
Conduct regular analysis of financial metrics, delivering insights and recommendations for improvement</li><li>
Assisting the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and working closely with the Financial Services Office on ad hoc requests and future financial planning with the Budget &amp; Financial Planning Office</li><li>
Assists with financial data for ad hoc requests and reports from stakeholders within the Provost&rsquo;s office, Division, and Finance &amp; Budget Office</li><li>
Provide timely management reports/slide decks on budgets, actuals, and available balances</li><li>
Monitors Endowments and gifts regularly to ensure appropriate spending practices</li><li>
Assess procedures and processes to continuously implement best practices to streamline and standardize all aspects of financial management</li><li>
Learns local departmental processes and assesses procedures to continuously implement best practices to streamline and standardize all aspects of financial management</li><li>
Collaborate regularly with the Finance &amp; Budget offices to identify and implement best practices and to provide a standardization of services across all units and divisions under the Provost that ensures compliance and efficiency</li><li>
Act as Approver/Reviewer for various financial transactions, including purchases, Advances &amp; Expense Reimbursements, Accounts Receivable/Recoveries /Deposits, PCard approvals, Budget Modifications and Journal Entries</li><li>
Facilitate the opening and sign off on new chartfields and maintenance. Working with the Head, liaise with the Controller to establish special purpose funds as needed</li><li>
Act as a resource to employees within the Provost&rsquo;s units. Conduct &ldquo;walk-throughs&rdquo; regularly to have a &ldquo;pulse&rdquo; on Provost&rsquo;s units and Divisions' activities &amp; issues</li><li>
Analyzes current and potential problems and recommends solutions for vetting and approval</li><li>
Initiate regular meetings with budget holders in the provost&rsquo;s office and managers to review financial status and priorities of activities and projects within each unit</li><li>
Engage in regular meetings with other functional areas within the Provost&rsquo;s jurisdiction with regard to funding sources, processes, and issues</li><li>
Responsible for ensuring a Documentation Retention system is established according to best practices and maintained using solid controls, processes, and systems to build reliability and efficiencies within its activities</li><li>
May be required to supervises members of the Finance Team within the office as needed</li></ul><div><i>
Budget Management (all operating and non-operating funds)</i></div><ul><li>
Supporting the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and working with the Assistant Director in the budget management process</li><li>
Assist in the development of the annual budget for the Provost office and its respective units in coordination with the academic department heads, following the University budget planning timelines and processes across all funds</li><li>
Support consolidating and submitting the provost divisional budget to the central budget office</li><li>
Assist with the preparation, allocation, and monitoring of academic budgets, including Budget load, analysis of expenditure trends, and projection of income and expenses; reviewing salary and non-salary budgets and expenses, initiating budget adjustments, assessing departmental budget requests, and making appropriate recommendations</li><li>
Facilitate the budget owners' responsibility to respect the fiscal year&rsquo;s budget constraints by implementing processes and providing strong financial variance analysis reports, as needed</li><li>
Collaborate with departments to accurately reflect budgetary needs and priorities in planning. Assist with the administration of the budget for academic units in coordination with the academic department administrators; Provide guidance to academic departments on budget planning, expenditure tracking, and financial forecasting</li><li>
Administer the unit budgets to promote effective resource allocation; Conduct regular financial analysis to assess the fiscal health of academic programs</li><li>
Analyze budget variances and suggest budget modifications when necessary</li><li>
Ensure expenses are allocated to the most appropriate funding sources to ensure compliance with grant, legislative, and institutional rules and regulations</li><li>
Regularly assess budgetary processes and make recommendations to ensure alignment with institutional goals</li><li>
In collaboration with the Finance and Budget Office, assist with necessary reports to facilitate budget consolidation and budget review</li><li>
Assist the Planning Team in facilitating and coordinating the Annual Planning &amp; Budget Process (APB) for the office of the Provost and the Academic Divisions; consolidate the APB submission for review and incorporation in the annual budget submission Budget Position funding monitoring</li><li>
Working with the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and in conjunction with the Office of Academic Appointments (OAA) and the Provost&rsquo;s SME, implement procedures to ensure appropriate funding sources are charged and processes are in place to track financial partnerships with the research institutes</li><li>
Work in close collaboration with the Office of Academic Appointments on the divisional faculty hiring plan and ensure the timely issuance of offer letters and awards as per the approved faculty hiring plan</li><li>
Acts as advisor to the OAA and SME for funding availability before creating/posting/offering new and unfilled positions</li><li>
Works with OAA to determine adjunct needs and funding requirements while respecting current budget availability and policy before posting positions</li><li>
Monitor salary expenditures to ensure appropriate funding sources are used. Identify available funding for leave replacement costs, overtime, and miscellaneous costs for staff. Ensure salary and other recoveries are collected</li></ul><div><i>
Monitoring and Compliance</i></div><ul><li>
Works closely with the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and Assistant Director to implement a Document Retention system for clients of the units under the Provost</li><li>
Responsible for validating all expenses for eligibility and compliance with external Sponsors and/or University policies, procedures, and regulations as applicable</li><li>
Regularly monitors practices and local processes to ensure documentation meets external and internal documentation requirements</li><li>
Communicate University policies &amp; procedures to promote compliance with all applicable regulations</li><li>
System and access control &ndash; monitor to ensure all financial access is consistent and effectively set up</li><li>
Recommend changes as necessary</li><li>
Identify processes that do not adhere to proper segregation of duties practices and recommend improvements</li><li>
Ensure routine tasks and necessary control reports are properly scheduled</li><li>
Other general monitoring, as required</li></ul><div><i>
Communication and Training</i></div><ul><li>
Develop and maintain a communication plan with all clients (Unit Heads, Divisional Deans, Faculty, and local administrative staff)</li><li>
Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Provost&rsquo;s Office, Divisional Offices, and Financial and Budget Office to ensure that goals and objectives are aligned and that information and record-keeping are complete, consistent, and transparent to all</li><li>
Network and collaborate in regular meetings with other groups to exchange best practices, tools, communication plans, and training tips for promoting standardized processes within all departments</li><li>
Liaise with appropriate central units with regard to the proper interpretation of policies &amp; procedures to ensure compliance with rules and regulations</li><li>
Provide guidance and training to local users/members on financial affairs and policy implementation to ensure best practices are followed for financial transactions, including Expense Reimbursements, PCards, etc</li><li>
Provide training and support to roll out new systems or tools</li><li>
Coordinate learning, collaborative/one-on-one training to the user community impacted by new or modified University policies and systems</li><li>
Act as a temporary replacement and training resource for other Financial Service Team members across the Provost&rsquo;s Office</li><li>
Develop and maintain topic-specific training material and conduct training sessions for administrative and academic staff as needed</li></ul><div><i>
Strategic management/ functions</i></div><ul><li>
Supporting and contributing to strategic initiatives of the Provost&rsquo;s Office (encompassing the units and Division under the Provost), including but not limited to participation in specific strategic workgroups as well as ongoing discussions and initiatives</li><li>
Assists in identifying revenue generating opportunities, prepares the financials of the business plans and offers recommendations to the Head to be presented to stakeholders</li><li>
Identifies/creates processes and aligns resources to accomplish key objectives</li><li>
Clearly conveys and assigns clear accountability for important objectives, deadlines, and expectations</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:
<div><b>
Required Education:</b>
</div><ul><li>Undergraduate Degree</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Major in Finance or Accounting</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
Continuing professional education in accounting, finance, data management, or research administration</li><li>
Experience in generating reports of portfolios of multiple programs for senior management and funding agencies</li><li>
Experience with budget development &amp; reports for sponsored research grants</li><li>
Demonstrated experience developing and monitoring large complex budgets</li><li>
Preferred 3-4 years of experience in an equivalent combination of budget administration, accounting, financial administration and implementing policies and procedures in higher education</li><li>
Proven ability to manage funds effectively, with demonstrated experience in developing, overseeing, and monitoring large, complex, and detailed budgets</li><li>
Experience in developing complex financial projections and sponsor reports</li><li>
Exceptional technical, accounting, and communication. Full competence and high-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel is essential</li><li>
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations at all levels in a professional manner</li><li>
Ability to quickly learn and understand University policies and procedures, and disseminate information to faculty and staff regarding pre and post award management</li><li>
Service-oriented, entrepreneurial, creative. Able to liaise with all levels of staff, and professors</li><li>
Ability to work independently, under supervision, and as part of a team with minimum direction or supervision</li><li>
Ability to work effectively with other administrative offices of the university, in particular Finance, Budget and Office of Academic Appointments</li><li>
Willingness to work flexible hours at times to ensure an effective working relationship between New York and Abu Dhabi offices</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Additional Information:
<div>
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</div></div>

Senior Finance Manager - Academic Administration & Planning

Surbana Jurong Private Limited

<div><div>About SJ</div><div>
Join the visionary force at Surbana Jurong Group, where innovation meets sustainability in the built environment. Headquartered in the vibrant city of Singapore, our global presence spans 120 offices across 40 countries, powered by a team of 16,000 dedicated professionals. We offer comprehensive consultancy services across diverse sectors such as transportation, water, aviation, and healthcare.</div><div></div><div>
At SJ, you're not just part of a team&mdash;you're part of a legacy. With expertise from renowned member companies like AETOS and SMEC and over 70 years of pioneering experience, we've crafted a million homes in Singapore and masterminded development plans in over 60 countries.</div><div></div><div>
The Role</div><div>
Surbana Jurong (SJ) is currently seeking an Senior Medical Equipment Planner to join our dynamic and progressive team based in our Abu Dhabi Studio on a part-time basis.</div><div></div><div>
As a Senior Medical Equipment Planner, you will be working collaboratively with the Healthcare Architecture, Interior Design and Building Engineering teams on the delivery of large-scale Healthcare projects in the Middle East, as well as well as supporting and mentoring our junior healthcare facility designers.</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</div><ul><li>
Managing the deliverables for the medical equipment planning team within the greater project deliverable schedule</li><li>
Advise the medical planners in the medical planning process within the design team to create department floor plan concepts reflective of operations</li><li>
Serve as the main point of contact for the client on medical equipment planning issues</li><li>
Understand and guide discussions on medical equipment needs</li><li>
Work with end users to lay out the medical equipment within clinical rooms, with an understanding of processes and workflows</li><li>
Ability to develop an item-by-item and room-by-room medical equipment BOQ</li><li>
Assist the coordination of all disciplines related to the medical equipment requirements &amp; planning.</li><li>
Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and visualization to create accurate and detailed drawings</li><li>
Prepare equipment planning presentation drawings, diagrams, and narratives as well as drawings and specification documents</li><li>
Provide planning, design and coordination support on projects and pursuits</li></ul><div></div><div>
Experience, Skills and Personal Attributes:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Biomedical Engineering (Master's Degree preferred)</li><li>
Minimum 7-10 years&rsquo; experience in medical equipment planning required, for greenfield projects, additions and/or remodels of healthcare facilities, as part of a bio-medical team and/or as a consultant.</li><li>
Clear understanding of medical equipment and how it is used and maintained</li><li>
Understanding of healthcare trends</li><li>
Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in documentation of medical equipment in a healthcare project</li><li>
Strong presentation, communication, organizational, collaboration and communication skills</li><li>
Strong leadership, critical thinking, effective problem solving and decision-making skills</li><li>
Team player, adaptable with a positive attitude</li><li>
Strong computer skills (REVIT, MS Office Suite, Blue Beam)</li><li>
Must be willing to travel to locations across the Middle East</li></ul><div></div><div>
How to Apply</div><div>
All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the &quot;Apply Now&quot; link below and follow the prompts.</div><div></div><div>
For further details about us, please visit our website:</div><div><div>
SURBANA JURONG &ndash; Asia-based urban &amp; infrastructure consulting firm</div></div><div></div><div>
All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment &amp; Talent function and currently, this role doesn&rsquo;t require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SJ employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.</div><div></div><div>
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!</div></div>

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