Testing and Commissioning Manager I Real Estate I Al Futtaim Engineering and Technologies

Job Requisition ID: 166978 

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

Overview of the role:

Lead testing and commissioning of MEP systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations. Coordinate activities, troubleshoot issues, and prepare detailed reports. Supervise personnel, manage budgets, and maintain safety standards. Stay current on industry trends to enhance practices.

What you will do:

Responsible for:

• Lead the development and implementation of testing and commissioning plans for MEP systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with project teams to schedule and coordinate testing activities, minimizing disruption to project timelines while maximizing efficiency.
• Conduct thorough inspections and performance tests on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to verify functionality and safety.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues during the testing phase, providing actionable solutions to ensure timely project delivery.
• Prepare detailed reports of testing results and commissioning activities, documenting compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Train and supervise site personnel on proper testing and commissioning procedures, fostering a culture of safety and quality.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to present findings, address concerns, and provide updates on project status and testing outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and technologies related to MEP systems to enhance testing and commissioning practices.
• Ensure that all testing and commissioning activities are conducted in accordance with health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Manage budgets for testing and commissioning activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high standards of quality.

Required skills to be successful:

Job-specific skills:

• Experience working in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines, exhibiting strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of resolving technical issues effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards achieving project objectives.

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of experience in testing and commissioning of MEP systems in large-scale construction projects.

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

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.