Senior planning manager

Description

Job Summary The Senior Planning Manager manages the planning requirements of the project by leading a team of planning professionals and coordinating with the project team with the objective of complying with the contract schedule, communicating the impact on the schedule and advising mitigating measures.

• Lead and advise on managing and delivering town planning functions and responsibilities for the organization’s projects and programs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor best management practices for the delivery and execution of planning commitments.
• Manage and liaise with the team to create and implement strategies and plans, identifying risks and recommending mitigating actions.
• Produce and manage schedules for design, procurement, construction, and completion, ensuring compliance with planning procedures and contractual requirements.
• Evaluate and analyze project progress using status reports to assess performance and provide accurate forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and authorities to update and manage detailed work programs and planning matters.
• Obtain and analyze progress updates from the planning team to ensure alignment with project schedules.
• Conduct analysis of alternative schedules and options to address market fluctuations, changes, or unforeseen events, improving delivery strategies.
• Review and evaluate subcontractor schedules and reports, recommending actions to align with the contract schedule.
• Manage subcontractor schedules in line with baseline/contract schedules and recommend actions to address any schedule slippage.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.

• Knowledge in Principles of Planning and Project Management.
• Knowledge in Construction Law, Change Management, and principles and practices of research and data collection.
• Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Cost Objectives.
• Familiarity with Planning practices and the associated software such as Advanced Primavera
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• Knowledge in building construction planning and scheduling.
• Strong cost control knowledge and knowledge in preparation of EOT claims and delay analysis.
• Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes.
• Familiar with local and international standards in construction.
• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills.

Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus.

• Agility
• Resilience
• Quality
• Leadership
• Project Resource Management
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Primavera Project Planner
• Revenue Forecasting
• Project Tracking and Reporting
• Build High-Performing Teams
• Speed of Execution
• Build Process and Systems
• Provide Direction
• Drive Cost Optimization

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Professional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) or PMP.