Planning Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Prepare detailed project baseline programs using Primavera P6/MS Project.
• Develop project schedules, manpower histograms, resource plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Establish project milestones and monitor critical paths.
• Prepare look-ahead programs (weekly/monthly) for site execution teams.
• Monitor project progress against approved baseline schedules.

Project Monitoring & Control:

• Track project performance, delays, and productivity.
• Conduct delay analysis and prepare recovery programs when required.
• Identify risks affecting project timelines and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
• Ensure project execution aligns with planned targets and milestones.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management:

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement, Technical, and Commercial teams.
• Liaise with consultants and clients regarding project schedules and approvals.
• Attend project review meetings and provide planning updates.
• Support management with strategic project planning decisions.

Resource & Cost Planning:

• Monitor manpower, machinery, and material planning.
• Coordinate with procurement for material delivery schedules.
• Support commercial and finance teams with project cash flow monitoring.
• Ensure optimum utilization of resources for project efficiency.

Claims & Documentation:

• Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) claims and supporting documentation.
• Maintain planning records, project trackers, and delay registers.
• Assist in preparation of project reports for management and clients.

Pay: AED22,000.00 - AED27,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person