Obaid Alketbi
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Senior associate and planning officer with extensive experience in defense and real estate sectors. Expertise in strategic business development, performance analysis, and operational improvement. Achievements include supporting mission-critical operations in defense and leading real estate projects from conception to handover at Al Dar Development. Collaborates with design and marketing teams to ensure successful project launches and coordinates with project management for timely delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior associate
Al Dar development
Abu Dhabi
2024.06 - Current
- Successfully delivered first branded residence project: Waldorf Astoria Residences Yas Island, launched in 2025.
- Enhanced project outcomes by aligning development goals with market trends and business strategies.
- Identified cost reduction opportunities and revenue growth through analysis of financial reports.
Planning officer
Tawazun Industrial Park
Abu Dhabi
2022.10 - 2024.06
- Supported innovation and improvement initiatives across departments.
- Assisted in preparing KPI performance reports for management.
- Conducted benchmarking against industry standards to identify gaps.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide strategy and policies.
- Aided in identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Facilitated enhancements in operational efficiency and profitability.
- Promoted data-driven decision-making practices within teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Arizona State University
United State /2016 - /2020
Skills
- Initiative & Leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking & Organizational Skills
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Creative Problem Solving
- Analytical Thinking
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Senior associate
Al Dar development
2024.06 - Current
Planning officer
Tawazun Industrial Park
2022.10 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Arizona State University
/2016 - /2020