Planning Manager

Key Responsibilities Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain the master project schedule using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Prepare baseline schedules, detailed work programs, resource-loaded schedules, and cash flow forecasts.
• Establish project milestones, critical paths, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure all schedules comply with contract requirements and project objectives.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor project progress against approved schedules and identify potential delays.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for management, clients, and consultants.
• Analyze schedule performance and provide recommendations to improve productivity and project delivery.
• Track actual progress and update schedules regularly.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, procurement teams, subcontractors, and consultants to gather project data.
• Participate in progress meetings and present schedule updates and recovery plans.
• Ensure effective communication between all project stakeholders regarding project timelines.

Risk Management

• Identify schedule risks, constraints, and potential impacts on project completion.
• Develop mitigation measures and recovery programs to address delays.
• Conduct delay analysis and evaluate extension of time (EOT) claims when required.

Resource & Cost Planning

• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material planning activities.
• Review resource allocation and productivity rates.
• Support project controls and cost management teams in forecasting and performance analysis.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate planning records, reports, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Support audits and management reviews related to planning and project controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in construction planning and project controls.
• Extensive experience on large-scale construction, infrastructure, commercial, residential, or industrial projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, scheduling techniques, and construction methodologies.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Primavera P6 scheduling skills.
• Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis.
• Delay analysis and recovery planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Application Question(s):

• Your current location?
• Are you able to relocate?
• Are you working currently?
• Is your Iqama valid?
• Your current salary (as a full package)?
• Expected salary (as a full package)?
• Notice period?

Experience:

• Planning Manager: 6 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person