Al Futtaim Jobs - Estimation Engineer - Facilities Management | Al Futtaim Engineering | Dubai, U.A.E. (Dubai, AE)

Job Requisition ID: 37303 

No two days are the same at Al-Futtaim, no matter what role you have. Our work is driven by the desire to make a difference and to have a meaningful impact with the goal of enriching everyday lives. Take our engaging and supportive work environment and couple it with a company culture that recognises and rewards quality performance, and what do you get? The chance to push the limits every single day.

 

As a humble family business that started on the banks of the Dubai Creek in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim has expanded to a presence in 31 countries, a portfolio of over 200 companies, and 42,000 employees. You’ll find us in industries ranging from automotive and retail, to finance and real estate, and connecting people with international names like Lexus, Ikea, Robinsons, and Adidas. Our team is proudly multicultural and multinational because that kind of diverse representation gives us the global mindset to grow and impact the people, markets, and trends around us.

 

Come join us to live well, work better, and be the best.

The Estimation Engineer will be responsible for preparation of cost estimation, proposal & contract agreement. Proper mobilization of all the AMC contracts & variable jobs efficiently within the budget and ensure profitability. Prepare costs estimation with the objective of reducing costs and maximizing gross margins. Manage deviance from the actual and targets set during the periodic P&L review meetings. Establish a proposal library of all bid related forms, formats and customer communications. Create and update all sales related MIS.

The Estimation Engineer will report to the Estimation Manager, however, channels exists for direct communication with the General Manager and other member from the senior leadership team at weekly meetings or as and when required. 

To be successful in this role, you should have a Bachelor's Degree in engineering specialised in mechanical / electrical field. Masters in Business Administration is an asset. Minimum of 3+ years proven experience in the similar industry (min 3 years in GCC). Must have continuous and exclusive total facilities management experience of min 2 years.

Highly organised and self-motivated person who can efficiently and effectively manage a wide range of tasks and objectives. Ability to manage time and workload effectively. Has a clear understanding of technical, commercial and finance related matters pertaining to the contracts. Ability to interpret client requirements and create work winning proposals. Self-motivate capable of working alone and as a team. Carryout conditional assessments, prepare cost estimates, technical justifications for retrofit, replacement works. Ability to clearly communicate with client, team, engineer, managers and other stake holders. Ability to work with computer aided facilities management system (CAFM) and mobility. Ability to identify the training needs of team members, coach and guide team for better employee engagement. Ability to understand and work with commercial requirements like plan cost, budgets limits, profit and loss. Willing to continuously upgrade on current industry standards, best practices.

The Estimation Engineer will have to demonstrate excellent leadership qualities, be customer focused and be able to handle multiple and often conflicting priorities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Sound communication and articulation skills. A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards in a diverse workplace. Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization. It is essential the incumbent should have excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment. Have the ability to look at situations from several points of view. Delegate responsibilities effectively. Excellent problem analytical skills and problem simulation. Should have a high comfort level working in a diverse environment. Open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done. Manage cross-functional relationships effectively. Strong verbal and writing skills, with regards to contractual communication. People management skills & problem solving skills. Excellent managerial & administrative skills however at the same time hands on with day to day business operations. Detail oriented and good reporting skills. Establish clear lines of communication both internally & externally. Strong commercial expertise in driving business results.

 

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