construction planning manager

J10 Consulting

The Role
 Our Tier 1 Main Contracting client has a new requirement for a well experienced Planning Manager to join their team in Dubai to work on high profile large villa masterplan developments and/or high rise tower projects in the Emirates. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Planning Manager on large scale civil construction projects in the UAE and have worked in the capacity of Senior Planning Engineer for a recognised main contracting company previously. This role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 3-6 Month Contract as an outsource employed by J10 Consulting. There is an option to transfer to staff after 6 months to suit all parties Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage planning teams to deliver accurate and realistic project schedules in Primavera P6 • Coordinate closely with project managers, consultants, and site teams to ensure execution aligns with baseline programs • Perform delay analysis, prepare recovery schedules, and lead EOT claim preparation • Oversee preparation of progress reports, histograms, S-curves, and project dashboards for senior management review • Ensure all planning activities comply with contractual obligations and company procedures • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. • Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical requirements are accurately captured. • Oversee the execution of large scale civil construction projects from inception to completion. • Evaluate project performance, identifying and mitigating potential risks promptly. • Collaborate with finance teams to manage project budgets and optimize resource use. • Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals. • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies in all projects. • Implement and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance project efficiency. • Conduct regular meetings with project stakeholders to evaluate progress and address issues. • Identify and establish relationships with external partners to support project objectives
 
Requirements
 Planning Manager Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning and execution with at least 3 years in large scale villa or high rise tower projects • Proven track record of managing large-scale civil construction projects successfully. • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools like Primavera or MS Project. • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management. • Proficiency in risk management and contingency planning for complex projects. • Ability to think strategically and solve complex project-related challenges. • Experience with financial and budgetary management specific to large projects.
 
About the company
 J10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East. We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & Kuwait J10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering.

Planning Manager

M4 CONTRACTING S.A.R.L

Job Summary:We are seeking a highly experienced Planning Manager with a strong background in construction project planning and control. The ideal candidate must have at least 10 years of experience in the construction industry, hold an engineering degree, and be fluent in Arabic. This role is responsible for overseeing project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and manage detailed project schedules using industry-standard planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).</li><li>Coordinate with project teams to ensure alignment of planning activities with project goals.</li><li>Monitor project progress and performance against baseline schedules.</li><li>Prepare and present regular reports on schedule status, forecasts, and delays.</li><li>Identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support tender planning and resource allocation during bidding stages.</li><li>Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure planning requirements are met.</li><li>Lead and mentor planning engineers and support staff.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering (Civil or related discipline).</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in planning within the construction industry.</li><li>Fluent in Arabic (spoken and written) &ndash; mandatory.</li><li>Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Deep understanding of construction methodologies and project lifecycle.</li><li>Experience in preparing extension of time (EOT) claims and delay analysis.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Project Management or Construction Engineering.</li><li>PMP or equivalent certification.</li><li>Experience in large-scale infrastructure or mixed-use developments in the MENA region.</li><li>Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and project controls.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to AED25,000.00 per month

Gill Smart

Job Description:We are seeking a highly experienced and locally available MEP Planning Manager to join our reputable construction company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning and scheduling MEP works across large-scale construction projects.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and manage detailed project schedules for MEP systems using industry-standard planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6).</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth execution of MEP works.</li><li>Monitor project progress, identify risks and delays, and recommend mitigation measures.</li><li>Prepare reports, forecasts, and presentations for senior management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with project specifications, local codes, and safety standards.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to AED20,000.00 per month

MEP PLANNING MANAGER

Confidential

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 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 To develop, manage, and oversee the project planning, scheduling, and control processes for ultra-luxury villa construction projects in waterfront and/or island environments. The Planning Manager ensures timely and efficient project delivery by creating detailed programs, monitoring progress, and implementing corrective actions to address delays. This role requires expertise in high-end residential construction and the unique challenges associated with waterfront and/or island locations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Project Planning and Scheduling:
 
 
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 Develop comprehensive project plans and master schedules, covering all phases of construction, including civil works, landscaping, interior fit-out, MEP, and FF&amp;E.
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 Use advanced planning tools and software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) to create detailed timelines with critical path analysis.
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 Establish key project milestones and ensure alignment with client expectations and contractual obligations.
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 Program Monitoring and Control:
 
 
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 Continuously monitor project progress against the baseline program and identify potential delays or risks.
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 Implement earned value management (EVM) techniques to assess performance metrics and provide accurate project status updates.
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 Propose and implement recovery strategies to address schedule deviations.
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 Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
 
 
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 Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of planning and execution.
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 Liaise with client representatives and stakeholders to provide regular updates on project timelines and milestones.
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 Facilitate coordination between multiple teams to address dependencies and optimize resource allocation.
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 Risk and Delay Management:
 
 
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 Identify and assess risks that could impact project schedules, including logistical challenges, weather conditions, and material availability.
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 Develop mitigation plans to minimize delays and disruptions, particularly in waterfront or island construction settings.
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 Prepare delay analysis reports and provide input for extension of time (EOT) claims.
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 Resource and Logistics Planning:
 
 
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 Plan and allocate resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to meet project demands efficiently.
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 Address logistical challenges unique to island or waterfront projects, such as transportation constraints, material storage, and site accessibility.
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 Ensure alignment of resource plans with project schedules to prevent bottlenecks.
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 Data Analysis and Reporting:
 
 
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 Prepare and present detailed progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for internal teams and stakeholders.
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 Conduct trend analysis and provide insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
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 Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project schedules, changes, and performance metrics.
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 Process Improvement:
 
 
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 Identify opportunities to optimize planning and scheduling processes, leveraging best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.
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 Promote the use of innovative planning tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
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 Ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards for planning and controls.
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 Compliance and Quality Assurance:
 
 
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 Ensure that project plans and schedules adhere to contractual, regulatory, and client-specific requirements.
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 Collaborate with QA/QC teams to incorporate quality checkpoints into the project schedule.
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 Monitor and report on the timely completion of quality inspections and approvals.
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 Education:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Advanced certifications in project planning and controls (e.g., PMI-SP, AACE certifications) are preferred.
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 Experience:
 
 
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 Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction industry.
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 At least 5 years of experience in luxury residential projects, preferably in waterfront or island environments.
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 Proven expertise in managing complex, high-value projects with multiple stakeholders.
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 Technical Knowledge:
 
 
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 Proficient in planning and scheduling software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and related tools.
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 Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and resource planning.
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 Knowledge of challenges specific to coastal or island construction, including environmental and logistical factors.
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 Skills and Competencies:
 
 
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 Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex schedules, identify critical paths, and forecast potential risks.
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 Problem-Solving: Proactive in addressing delays and implementing practical solutions to recover lost time.
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 Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
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 Attention to Detail: Precision in preparing and updating schedules and monitoring progress.
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 Time Management: Capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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 Leadership: Ability to lead planning teams and influence project stakeholders to adhere to schedules.
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 Key Challenges:
 
 
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 Managing logistics for transporting materials and equipment to remote locations.
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 Addressing delays caused by weather conditions or environmental restrictions.
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 Balancing the need for high-quality finishes with tight schedules.
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 Ensuring seamless coordination among multidisciplinary teams in a constrained environment.
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 Overall this role is vital in delivering ultra-luxury villa projects on time and within budget, ensuring meticulous planning and proactive schedule management to meet the expectations of discerning clients in waterfront and island environments.
 
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ALEC Holdings

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 Technical Planning Manager - Senior &ndash; UAE
 
 
 
 Are you a strong and productive Technical Planning professional ready to shape the future of planning in the construction and engineering industry?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who we are!
 
 
 
 ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC), part of ICD, is a leading GCC construction company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects. With 20+ years of experience, ALEC builds across sectors including airports, hospitality, retail, and high-rises.
 
 
 In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation&rsquo;s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.
 
 
 ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why Join Us?
 
 
 
 As the Technical Planning Manager Senior, you will be responsible for developing the tender programme development process for residential, leisure, hospitality, museums, retail, airports and commercial projects across UAE and KSA. You will be able to develop construction and delivery strategies, program the works from all tender documents received, and ensure all key information is included in the tender programme. You will work closely with the tender team and managerial staff to plan, report findings, and recommend solutions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Your Team
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll report to the Head of Technical and be a key contributor within the tender and planning functions at ALEC Building.
 
 
 You can work from any of our offices across the UAE and will only be required in the Dubai Marina Head Office for 2 days a week.
 
 
 Our team is on an exciting growth journey, with expansion plans taking us from 7 to 20 members across the GCC. Collaboration and quick delivery are at the heart of how we work.
 
 
 Guided by our 2025 pillars, we are focused on:
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Market Presence
 
 
 &bull; Strategic Sourcing
 
 
 &bull; Operational Excellence
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Role
 
 
 
 As a Technical Planning Manager Senior, you will:
 
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 Develop the tender programme in line with the tender event schedule
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 Review Drawings, contract documents, BOQ&rsquo;s and specifications and interpret them for consideration in programme and associated basis for its development
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 Engage with the Technical Engineers to discuss options, sequence, and methodology
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 Analyse Tender documents and identify required planning responses, assumptions &amp; exclusions.
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 Investigate and recommend alternative and innovative solutions with change impact assessment
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 Lead and record programme, logistic and delivery workshops as necessary
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 Assess programme and delivery risks and recommend mitigation
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 Engage with the procurement team and relevant supply chain to verify programme issues and consider viable solutions and ensure it is introduced as part of the technical proposal.
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 Support and contribute to the tender quality submission with written responses to technical queries
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 Support 4D digital aspects of tender evaluation and submission
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 Provide a planning handover pack for the delivery team.
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 Prepare Programme Narrative (Basis of Schedule)
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 Ensure Tender Programme complies with ALEC standards and procedures.
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 Set up project calendar
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 Set up Activities and Coding
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 Sequence &amp; link the required activities, within given milestones.
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 Establish the critical path through the programme
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 Prepare information schedule in conjunction with technical team.
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 Prepare subcontract appointment schedule based on agreed procurement strategies.
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 Ensure all contract deliverables are present and accounted for in the programme
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 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
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 Engineering or Building Degree or equivalent
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 15 years as Planning Engineer in the building construction industry, min 5 years in tender department
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 Proven Technical knowledge/experience relevant to job role
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 Contractual awareness
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 Full understanding of Planning principles
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 Advanced skills in the use of Primavera Programme and Microsoft suite software
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 Planning skills and ability to prioritise tasks and monitor progress against plan, making alterations where necessary
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 Effective communications skills with colleagues and clients in a warm and persuasive way both formally and informally
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
 &bull; The chance to contribute to some of the UAE&rsquo;s most iconic projects.
 
 
 &bull; A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
 
 
 &bull; Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Ready to shape the future through precision and planning?
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re inspired by what you&rsquo;ve read and believe you&rsquo;re the right fit, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.
 
 
 Join ALEC Group and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Apply today and be part of something excellent!
 
 
</div>

Technical Planning Manager - Snr

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
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KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div> 
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div> 
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div> 
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.</div>
Responsibilities:
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Our newest opportunity is for a talented Planning Manager to join our team based in Dubai, UAE.</div><div></div><div> 
This critical role will be responsible for the development of the master schedule for a complex/high value project and specific detailed schedules to include timetable, costs and progress of construction (installed quantities, expended labour hours etc).</div><div></div><div> 
We envisage responsibilities in this role to include;</div><ul><li>
Planning, costing and scheduling metrics and tools (work breakdown structure), collecting performance data (installed quantities, expended labour hours, and other progress measurements for direct hire and subcontract labour), tracking data (daily cost compilation and monitoring), analyzing and reporting (earned value, productivity and risk analysis).</li><li>
Developing project master schedule, updating, monitoring and reviewing contractor construction schedules, submittals, material delivery, procurement logs and daily follow-up in addition to the necessary productivity measurement studies and associated corrective measures.</li><li>
Implementing &lsquo;Work Order&rsquo; procedures in conjunction with QA/QC staff.</li><li>
Identifying and tracking changes, actual and potential, to the project scope, ensuring estimates of cost changes and schedule impact are given visibility with the client and project management.</li><li>
Participating in contract administration.</li><li>
Reviewing and approving contractor&rsquo;s work programs submissions.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 15 years' work experience partnered with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.</div><div></div><div> 
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.</div><div></div><div> 
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</div></div>

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 Do you want to be part of the market disrupter in the construction industry and take the next steps in advancing your career?
 
 
 
 
 
 If yes, advance your Planning journey in the industry with us at ALEC!
 
 
 
 
 
 ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.LC. (ALEC), part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a large construction company with related businesses operating in the GCC with a presence in Africa. ALEC has consistently evolved and grown over the last 20 years to become a trusted partner for the execution of complex and iconic construction projects. The company builds and provides construction solutions to exceed our clients&rsquo; expectations for quality, safety, functionality, and aesthetics.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 To Manage Planning resources allocation and formulate reporting structure and implementation of planning methodology in all projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Prepare Programmes
 
 
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 Set up project calendar
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 Set up Activities and Coding with construction managers
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 Set up resource requirements using ALEC standard outputs
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 Sequence &amp; link the required activities, within given milestones.
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 Establish the critical path through the programme
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 Prepare information schedule in conjunction with construction manager
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 Prepare subcontract appointment schedule with construction manager
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 Progress monitoring and updates
 
 
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 Regular progress recording on site of actual progress
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 Record &amp; report actual progress against target programme
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 Preparation of required reports for construction managers
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 Interpret data and identify bottlenecks with construction manager
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 Predict completion dates and prepare &ldquo;Look-ahead&rdquo; reports
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 Monitor resources and Key Performance Index items (KPI&rsquo;s)
 
 
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 Create baseline resource curves
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 Record actual against planned on resource curves &amp; KPI&rsquo;s
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 Create records of actual progress of KPI&rsquo;s
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 Liaise with construction managers regarding resource requirements
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 Sub Contractor programmes
 
 
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 Examine and report on subcontract programmes
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 Ensure subcontract programmes are in line with site requirements
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 Monitor subcontract work against programmes
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 Report on subcontract progress to construction managers
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 Working Programmes
 
 
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 Establish working programme requirements with construction managers
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 Prepare working programmes in consultation with site supervision
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 Monitor &amp; report on working programmes
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 Revise working programmes where required by construction managers
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 Delay analysis
 
 
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 Record delay items and link to relevant programme activities
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 Establish effect of delay items on programme
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 Suggest recovery methods in conjunction with construction managers
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Engineering or Building Degree or equivalent
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 5 years as Planning Engineer in the building construction industry
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 Training and experience in project controls &amp; planning using Primavera P3, P5 or P6 and Excel
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