Project Engineer - ICT & ELV | Al Futtaim Technologies | Al Futtaim Contracting

Job Requisition ID: 179651 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

• The Technical Manager ICT/ELV/AV is responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of project implementations within the ICT, ELV, and AV domains. The role includes preparing technical documentation, designing and planning system architecture, reviewing designs, liaising with consultants, and ensuring compliance with standards and project specifications. The technical manager is pivotal in identifying solutions that optimize resource utilization while meeting commercial objectives. Success in this role requires the ability to work under pressure, maintain strong interpersonal skills, and effectively manage client relationships through technical expertise.

Technical Management

• Prepare technical documents such as material submittals, method statements, operation and maintenance manuals, and training manuals for ELV systems including SCS, security systems, access control systems, AV, BGM, GRMS and others.
• Meet with consultants for submittal review and provide technical clarifications.
• Review drawings prepared by the drafting team prior to consultant submission.
• Identify the most suitable solutions and products to complete economical designs that meet tender requirements and site conditions.
• Prepare complete detailed technical proposals including design schematic drawings, system architecture, and compliance documentation.
• Attend client meetings for technical clarifications and presentations.
• Maintain strong liaison and negotiation skills with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Ensure comprehension and application of complex design principles to optimize cost-effective use of resources and technology.
• Record and maintain completed project documentation.

Engineering

• Monitor and ensure pre-construction project activities, such as material submittals and drawings, are executed according to the project plan.
• Ensure adequate resources are assigned to the project in coordination with the project head.
• Ensure engineering and design comply with local authorities and specialist manufacturer's recommendations.
• Apply technical knowledge to ensure project implementation quality and standards.
• Deliver projects on time with minimal supervision.
• Exhibit commercial awareness during project execution.
• Elaborate and update project planning data concerning effort, costs versus budget, time schedules, and personnel deployment planning.

• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan and manage work in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as IT, Communication, Electricals, or Engineering.
• PMP certification.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience in ICT/ELV project implementation, including structured cabling, ICT, ELV, Security, AV, etc.
• Hands-on experience in installation and commissioning of ICT/ELV/AV systems.
• Technical training/certifications on leading ICT/ELV/AV systems.
• Expert knowledge of ICT/ELV/AV industry standards, practices, techniques, procedures, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of QS & QC processes.
• Good knowledge of networks, installation, testing & commissioning, and ICT/ELV/AV system integration.
• Experience in basic network implementation, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge in AutoCAD.

About Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies

Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies offers customers complete engineering and systems integration solutions. 

 
The Engineering arm operates in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt providing a wide variety of products and services from air conditioning, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety, facilities management, building products, MEP, Energy Management, Technology Infrastructure and Digital Transformation. 

 
The Technologies division provides complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers that include, contact centre solutions, business applications, business intelligence, data management, advanced analytics amongst others. The IT infrastructure portfolio comprises IP telephony, ELV systems, networking solutions, professional audio-visual solutions and managed services. 

 
These solutions are further complemented by services that include project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after-sales maintenance contracts.