project controls manager

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<br>
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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Project Controls Manager</b> to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead and manage all project controls functions for a major railway project, including planning and scheduling, cost control, risk management, and performance reporting, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, and industry best practices. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders to drive schedule integrity, cost efficiency, and effective project governance across the project lifecycle.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Be Doing:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for project controls functions including planning, scheduling, cost management, progress tracking, risk mitigation, change control, and performance reporting across infrastructure programs.</p></li><li><p>
Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to planning &amp; risk staff, interface with clients, and attend regular meetings.</p></li><li><p>
Develop, implement, and maintain project controls processes, procedures, systems, plans and tools and monitor compliance.</p></li><li><p>
Arrange project controls workshops/ meetings to discuss and assist contractors/consultants to close their project control issues.</p></li><li><p>
Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.</p></li><li><p>
Review and convey PMC&rsquo;s and Engineer&rsquo;s consent to the Contractors&rsquo; Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices.</p></li><li><p>
Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project.</p></li><li><p>
Strong foreseeability to identify the potential risks/conflicts, and document them in the Project Risk Register.</p></li><li><p>
Evaluate &amp; verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events &amp; suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions / robust recovery plan.</p></li><li><p>
Exercise &ldquo;What if&rdquo; analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action &amp; advice before issuing instructions to contractors.</p></li><li><p>
Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones.</p></li><li><p>
Evaluate claims including Extension of Time (EoT) and Disruption claims using recognized delay analysis techniques such as Time Impact Analysis and Window Analysis, with the ability to assess concurrent delays.</p></li><li><p>
Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the PMC, the Contractor and the Employer.</p></li><li><p>
Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor&rsquo;s programs, reports, and claims.</p></li><li><p>
Actively participate in project meetings (e.g., kickoff, technical, coordination, progress reviews) and prepare concise, actionable minutes of meeting (MoM).</p></li><li><p>
Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project.</p></li><li><p>
Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to communicate clearly conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide reasoned &amp; analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.</p></li><li><p>
Maintain organized contemporary records to support claims analysis and contract administration processes.</p></li><li><p>
Issue formal delay notices and performance alerts when contractor progress is deficient or non-compliant with schedule obligations</p></li><li><p>
Be able to manage a team of one or more planning engineers, providing them with technical and leadership skills.</p></li><li><p>
Lead structured risk workshops with both client and contractor teams to identify and manage project risks and opportunities.</p></li><li><p>
Champion the adoption of automation and digitalization within the project controls function to improve reporting accuracy and reduce manual workloads.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What Required Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from a recognized institution.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum 15+ years of experience in project controls, preferably on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects, including prior experience on metro rail projects, with at least 3 years of experience in the UAE.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in Primavera P6, Primavera Risk Analysis, other Risk software and Power BI.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</p></li><li><p>
Thorough knowledge of industry best practices and regulations.</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</p></li></ul><p></p>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.<p></p><p>
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!</p><p></p><div>
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Financial Wellness</div><div><br>
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Work Life Harmony</div><div><br>
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Career Development</div><div><br>
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We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
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Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Project Controls Manager

AECOM

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><b><br>
Work with Us. Change the World.</b></p><p>
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world&rsquo;s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.</p><p>
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.</p><p>
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><b><br>
Role Overview</b></p><p>
We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to lead and oversee all project controls functions for a major rail infrastructure project. This role will be responsible for ensuring robust planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and performance reporting across the full project lifecycle.</p><p>
The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in the management of design and or construction phases of large scale rail projects, with a strong preference for High Speed Rail project exposure.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks, processes, and systems across the project</li><li>Oversee planning and scheduling activities, ensuring alignment with project milestones and delivery objectives</li><li>Manage cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting</li><li>Establish and monitor project KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics</li><li>Lead risk management activities, including risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and reporting</li><li>Ensure effective change management and claims support in coordination with commercial teams</li><li>Provide strategic oversight on progress measurement and reporting to senior stakeholders</li><li>Coordinate with engineering, construction, and commercial teams to ensure integrated project delivery</li><li>Ensure compliance with client, regulatory, and governance requirements</li><li>Lead and mentor the project controls team</li></ul><p><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in project controls</li><li>Proven experience in a Project Controls Manager or equivalent role on at least one project of similar size and complexity</li><li>Demonstrated experience of minimum 5 years in railway projects with High Speed Rail (HSR) projects being highly preferred</li><li>Strong expertise in planning, cost management, risk management, and reporting</li><li>Proficiency in industry standard tools such as Primavera P6, cost management systems, and reporting platforms</li><li>Experience in the Middle East, particularly the UAE, is highly advantageous</li></ul><p><b>
Key Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strategic thinking with strong analytical capability</li><li>Excellent communication and reporting skills</li><li>Ability to operate in a complex, multi stakeholder environment</li><li>High attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving</li></ul><b><br>
Qualifications</b><ul><li><br>
University degree in Engineering or a related discipline. A Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred</li><li>Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation is highly desirable</li></ul><b><br>
Additional Information</b><div></div><p><i><br>
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. </i><b><i>To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
About AECOM</b></p><p>
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&amp;D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.</p><p>
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients&rsquo; complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle &ndash; from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.</p><p><b>
What makes AECOM a great place to work</b></p><p>
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you&rsquo;ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you&rsquo;ve always envisioned. Here, you&rsquo;ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.</p><p>
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p></div>

Project Controls Manager - Rail

Assystem

<div></div><ul><div>Nuclear</div>
<div></div><div>Fixed-Term Contract / Project Management</div>
<div></div><div>Riyadh</div>
<div></div><div>Saudi Arabia</div>
<div></div><div>16/05/26</div>
<div></div><div>On site</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div><div><div>ABOUT ASSYSTEM
</div></div></div><div></div><div><p>Assystem is now one of the world&rsquo;s three leading independent nuclear engineering companies. With more than 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial players in the implementation of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.</p><p><br>
Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and is involved in the entire project life cycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.</p><br>
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</div></div><div><div><p>JOB DESCRIPTION
</p></div><div><p><b>Key Responsibilities &amp; Accountabilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage commercial, contracts, and project controls functions across major capital projects and programs.</li>
<li>Develop and implement project controls frameworks, procedures, governance systems, and reporting structures.</li>
<li>Oversee cost control, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and earned value analysis.</li>
<li>Lead planning and scheduling activities including integrated master schedules, progress monitoring, and recovery plans.</li>
<li>Manage contract administration activities including claims, variation orders, disputes, and contractual correspondence.</li>
<li>Provide strategic commercial guidance to executive leadership and project delivery teams.</li>
<li>Review and negotiate EPC, EPCM, PMC, consultancy, and subcontract agreements.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company standards, client requirements, and contractual obligations.</li>
<li>Lead project risk management activities including identification, mitigation, and reporting.</li>
<li>Oversee preparation of executive dashboards, KPIs, cost reports, schedule reports, and portfolio performance reports.</li>
<li>Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, finance, and operations teams to ensure project alignment.</li>
<li>Lead multidisciplinary teams including planners, cost engineers, contracts engineers, and project controls specialists.</li>
<li>Support project delivery through performance monitoring, critical path analysis, and schedule recovery initiatives.</li>
<li>Participate in executive meetings, steering committees, and stakeholder management activities.</li>
<li>Ensure proper implementation of change management and document control procedures.</li>
<li>Support claims management and dispute resolution through detailed commercial and schedule analysis.</li>
<li>Develop and track key project KPIs</li></ul><br>
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Key Result Areas:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Successful delivery of projects within approved budget and schedule.</li>
<li>Effective implementation of project controls governance and reporting systems.</li>
<li>Improved cost visibility, forecasting accuracy, and commercial performance.</li>
<li>Timely identification and mitigation of project risks and delays.</li>
<li>Effective administration of contracts, claims, and variation orders.</li>
<li>Achievement of project KPIs and client satisfaction targets.</li>
<li>Accurate and timely executive reporting and dashboard management.</li>
<li>Improved stakeholder coordination and communication.</li>
<li>Efficient management of multidisciplinary project controls teams.</li>
<li>Compliance with contractual, financial, and organizational requirements.</li>
<li>Continuous improvement of commercial and project controls processes.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><p>MY PROFILE
</p></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Education Degree, </b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline</p>
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<li><b>Years of Experience, </b>Minimum 15&ndash;20 years of experience in commercial management, contracts management, and project controls within EPC/EPCM/PMC environments</li>
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<p><b>Technical knowledge, </b>Primavera P6, EVM, Cost Control, Contract Administration, Claims Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Power BI, SAP, NEC/FIDIC Contracts</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Specialty, </b>Commercial Management / Project Controls / Contracts Management / Program Management</p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Training/certifications, </b>PMP, MRICS, MCIOB, CCP, EVP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certifications preferred</p>
</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Communications &amp; Presentation Skills</li>
<li>Quality Consciousness</li>
<li>Attention to Details</li>
<li>Problem Solving &amp; Decision Making</li>
<li>Results Orientation</li>
<li>Planning and organizing with time management</li>
<li>Relationship Management</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people&rsquo;s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.</p></div></div></div>

Project Controls Manager - Saudi Nationality

AtkinsRéalis

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About AtkinsR&eacute;alis</b></h2><p>
AtkinsR&eacute;alis is a world-leading engineering services and nuclear organization, dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. With a presence in over 50 countries, we deliver end-to-end solutions across transportation, infrastructure, energy, and defense sectors.</p><p>
Our Transportation business brings together expertise in rail, highways, and local transport into a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. Within Rail, our Systems &amp; Infrastructure capability provides leading expertise across signaling, telecommunications, control systems, and integrated operations. We combine technical excellence with a human-centered approach, ensuring that railway systems are designed for performance, reliability, safety, and long-term operability.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Overview</b></h2><p>
The Project Controls Senior Manager will lead integrated project controls functions including planning, scheduling, cost management, reporting, change control, and performance monitoring across the programme.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Your role</b></h2><ul><li>
Lead programme-wide planning, scheduling, cost control, and reporting functions.</li><li>
Establish integrated project controls systems, PMIS platforms, and reporting frameworks.</li><li>
Monitor programme performance against approved baselines, milestones, and KPIs.</li><li>
Coordinate earned value management, forecasting, and schedule recovery initiatives.</li><li>
Oversee change control, progress measurement, and performance analytics.</li><li>
Manage project controls interfaces across engineering, construction, commercial, and operational teams.</li><li>
Prepare executive dashboards, management reports, and performance reviews.</li><li>
Mentor project controls personnel and promote data-driven decision-making across the programme.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About you</b></h2><ul><li>
Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.</li><li>
Minimum 18 years' experience in project controls leadership roles.</li><li>
Strong expertise in Primavera P6, cost management systems, and PMIS platforms.</li><li>
Experience delivering major rail or infrastructure programmes.</li><li>
Strong understanding of earned value management and integrated controls methodologies.</li><li>
Experience managing multidisciplinary project controls teams.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication capability.</li><li>
Professional certification preferred (PMP, CCP, PSP, or equivalent).</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Rewards &amp; benefits</b></h2><p>
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive &ndash; at every stage of your life and your career.</p><p>
This includes:</p><ul><li>
Tax-free salary.</li><li>
Life insurance coverage.</li><li>
Medical insurance.</li><li>
Annual leave balance.</li><li>
Company gratuity scheme.</li><li>
Discretionary bonus program.</li><li>
Annual flight contribution.</li><li>
Transportation &amp; housing allowances.</li><li>
Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.</li></ul><p>
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About AtkinsR&eacute;alis</b></h2><p>
We're AtkinsR&eacute;alis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.</p><p></p><p><br>
#RailME</p></div>

Project Controls Senior Manager

CHINA HARBOUR ENGINEERING COMPANY LLC

<p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p><b>Strategic Planning &amp; Schedule Management:</b></p><ul><li>Establish and implement the overall Planning &amp; Project Controls framework for the substructure package.</li><li>Develop, baseline, and own the Project Master Schedule (Level 1 to Level 4) in Primavera P6.</li><li>Define Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), activity coding, and schedule logic in alignment with the contract requirements.</li><li>Drive schedule integration across all subcontractors, design teams, procurement, and construction disciplines.</li><li>Lead schedule risk assessments and develop proactive mitigation and recovery strategies.</li></ul><p><b>Progress Monitoring &amp; Reporting:</b></p><ul><li>Oversee the preparation and submission of Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly Progress Reports to DAEP and senior management.</li><li>Develop and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) systems, S-curves, and progress dashboards.</li><li>Chair internal planning review meetings and represent the planning function in client progress meetings.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely reporting of KPIs, milestones, and critical path activities.</li></ul><p><b>Claims &amp; Contract Management Support:</b></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims and delay analysis in coordination with the contracts team.</li><li>Apply recognized delay analysis methodologies (TIA, Windows Analysis, Impacted As-Planned).</li><li>Maintain contemporaneous records to support contractual entitlements under FIDIC/NEC conditions.</li><li>Review and respond to client and subcontractor schedule submissions and claims.</li></ul><p><b>Team Leadership &amp; Development:</b></p><ul><li>Build, lead, and mentor a team of Planning Engineers and Planning Coordinators.</li><li>Allocate responsibilities, set performance targets, and conduct regular performance reviews.</li><li>Establish best practices, planning procedures, and quality standards within the planning team.</li><li>Train junior planners on Primavera P6, schedule control, and reporting methodologies.</li></ul><p><b>Stakeholder &amp; Interface Management:</b></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary planning interface with DAEP, consultants, and third-party stakeholders.</li><li>Coordinate with the Procurement Manager to integrate long-lead procurement into the master schedule.</li><li>Interface with the Design Manager to track design deliverable schedules and their impact on construction.</li><li>Support the Project Director in strategic decision-making through schedule analysis and forecasting.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications &amp; Requirements:</b></p><p><b>Education:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.</li><li>Master's degree or postgraduate qualification is an advantage.</li><li>Professional certifications such as <b>PMP, PMI-SP, or Planning &amp; Scheduling Professional (PSP)</b> are highly desirable.</li></ul><p><b>Experience:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum <b>12&ndash;15 years</b> of planning/project controls experience in large-scale construction.</li><li>At least <b>5 years in a Planning Manager or Senior Planning role.</b></li><li>Proven experience on <b>airport, mega infrastructure, or substructure projects</b> (piling, foundations, earthworks).</li><li>Prior experience working in the <b>GCC region</b> is strongly preferred.</li><li>Experience working with <b>Chinese international contractors (CHEC, CSCEC, CRCC, CCCC)</b> is an advantage.</li></ul><p><b>Technical Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Expert-level proficiency in <b>Primavera P6</b> (mandatory).</li><li>Strong knowledge of <b>FIDIC Red/Yellow Book</b> contract conditions.</li><li>Proficient in delay analysis, forensic scheduling, and EOT preparation.</li><li>Experience with <b>cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules.</b></li><li>Familiarity with <b>BIM integration</b> into project planning workflows is a plus.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and presentations.</li></ul><p><b>Leadership &amp; Soft Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Proven leadership and team management capabilities.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication in <b>English</b> (mandatory).</li><li><b>Mandarin/Chinese language</b> skills are a significant advantage given CHEC's management structure.</li><li>Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced mega-project environment.</li><li>High attention to detail with a strategic, solutions-oriented mindset.</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Planning Manager

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
<div>
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><br>
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><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
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:
<div>
Our newest opportunity is for a talented Planning Manager to join our award-winning team based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
<br>
The successful candidate will lead all planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, delay analysis, and reporting activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.</div><div></div><div><br>
We envisage responsibilities in this role to include;</div><ul><li>
Lead the master planning and programme control function</li><li>
Develop, maintain, and control the baseline schedule in coordination with Client, Consultants, and Contractors.</li><li>
Review and critically assess contractor programmes, including sequencing, methodologies, procurement, resource loading, and recovery strategies.</li><li>
Ensure full integration of design, procurement, approvals, construction, testing &amp; commissioning, and handover activities.</li><li>
Drive critical path analysis, identify programme risks, and implement mitigation and recovery actions.</li><li>
Monitor progress, update schedules, and ensure accurate reflection of site performance and productivity trends.</li><li>
Assess programme impacts of variations, design changes, delays, and disruptions, and advise on mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure performance and forecast completion outcomes.</li><li>
Lead preparation of dashboards, KPIs, S-curves, and executive-level reporting on project performance.</li><li>
Coordinate closely with commercial teams to align programme performance with cost and financial forecasting.</li><li>
Conduct regular progress reviews with contractors and consultants, ensuring programme compliance and accountability.</li><li>
Perform structured delay analysis (TIA, Window Analysis) and support EOT claims and dispute resolution.</li><li>
Maintain robust programme records to support contractual and claims requirements.</li><li>
Identify schedule risks, integrate them into risk registers, and develop mitigation and contingency plans.</li><li>
Provide early warning on potential delays and recommend corrective actions to senior management.</li><li>
Deliver weekly and monthly progress reporting and executive presentations on programme status and forecast.</li><li>
Lead stakeholder planning meetings to ensure alignment on progress, risks, and recovery actions.</li><li>
Integrate authority approvals and statutory requirements into the overall project programme.</li><li>
Ensure full compliance with contractual obligations, PMC standards, and client requirements.</li><li>
Support audits, reviews, and governance processes related to planning and project controls.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div>
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&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.<br>
<br>
Experience required:</div><ul><li>
Minimum 15 years of overall experience in project planning and controls.</li><li>
Minimum 5 years of recent experience in Abu Dhabi, UAE.</li><li>
Proven experience working with PMC/Consultancy organizations in the same role.</li><li>
Strong background in retail, mall, building, EPC, and Design &amp; Build projects.</li><li>
Experience managing planning activities for large-scale multi-package developments is essential.</li></ul><div>
Skills &amp; Competencies:</div><br>
<ul><li>
Strong proficiency in project planning and scheduling software (Primavera P6 preferred).</li><li>
Strong understanding of: Project Controls, Cost Control, Earned Value Management (EVM), Delay Analysis &amp; Claims, Risk Management
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Excellent reporting and presentation capabilities.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.</li><li>
Excellent communication and coordination skills.</li></ul><div>
Professional Certifications (Advantageous):</div><br>
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PMI-SP (PMI Scheduling Professional)</li><li>
AACE-PSP (Planning &amp; Scheduling Professional)</li><li>
AACE-CCP (Certified Cost Professional)</li></ul><div>
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HanmiGlobal Saudi

<div><p>HanmiGlobal Saudi is looking for a highly skilled <b>Planning and Scheduling Manager</b> to oversee the planning and scheduling functions across multiple projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective project schedules, ensuring alignment with company objectives and contractual obligations. You will lead a team of planning engineers and collaborate with project management to optimize project delivery timelines.</p>
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Develop and manage the overall project planning and scheduling framework for all projects.</li><li>
Lead, mentor, and supervise the planning and scheduling team to ensure accurate and timely schedule updates.</li><li>
Prepare and review baseline and updated project schedules, including resource allocation and critical path analysis.</li><li>
Monitor project progress and performance, identifying potential delays and recommending corrective actions.</li><li>
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather necessary data and ensure schedule compliance.</li><li>
Conduct risk assessments related to project timelines and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management regarding project scheduling status.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with company standards, industry best practices, and contractual commitments.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.</li><li>
At least 15 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role.</li><li>
Proficiency in planning and scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.</li><li>
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.</li><li>
In-depth knowledge of project controls, scheduling techniques, and risk management.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within strict deadlines.</li></ul></div>

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