project planning manager

Arabian Construction Co.

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 The Senior Planning Engineer leads the planning and scheduling functions across large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Programme Development &amp; Management
 
 
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 Preparation, submission and updating of baseline programme.
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 Follow-up subcontractors&rsquo; programs in coordination with baseline programme.
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 Prepare and maintain the project As Built program and close out schedule.
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 Prepare regular updates and track schedule of resources (plant and manpower) to meet activities milestones.
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 Prepare regular updates, and tracks material schedules (submissions, approvals, orders, deliveries in accordance with contract schedule ensuring timely availability of materials whilst preventing negative schedule impact) and produce related reports to the Planning Manager.
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 Overview performance of weekly backups of all modified and submitted schedules.
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 Reporting &amp; Communication
 
 
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 Generate and/or review periodical reports, and lookaheads.
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 Initiation / responding to all planning / time related correspondence to consultant / subcontractors.
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 Attend all Site coordination meetings.
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 Overview the inputs information on progress from/by site personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers.
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 Analysis &amp; Claims
 
 
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 Prepare cost / time impact studies on variations to project to determine whether the claim is warranted in conjunction with the planning manager.
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 Assist to Prepare the Extension of Time (EoT) claims and support forensic schedule analysis.
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 Risk Management &amp; Mitigation
 
 
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 Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
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 Monitor the progress of the work against the contractual schedule, advise the Planning Manager on schedule slippage and prepare recovery plans.
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 Coordination &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Liaise with the relevant site departments to expedite document processes (Submission, approval, orders etc.) to commence work activity and avoid slippage, all coordinated with the Planning Manager.
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 Ensure compliance with ACC Planning Department SOP.
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 Mentoring &amp; Team Support
 
 
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 Mentor and review the work of junior and planning engineers.
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 Prepare and maintain production rates for equipment and labor for all trades.
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 Required Qualifications &amp; Competencies:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil / Architecture.
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 10+ years of experience in planning roles on complex projects (high-rise, villas, lasgre scale building projects).
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 Solid knowledge of Project scheduling, Risk management, Data analysis
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 Solid knowledge of Critical path method and Forensic schedule analysis
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 Solid knowledge of claims, EOT analysis, and contractual terms.
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 Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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 Excellent communication and presentations skills.
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 Team collaboration and leadership skills.
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 Proficiency in project management software, Primavera P6 and advanced Excel, (Power BI preferred).
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 Proficiency in English language&nbsp;(writing and speaking)
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Planning Engineer Sr

China Tiesiju Civil Engineering Group Co Ltd (Dubai Branch)

Construction Planning Manager needs a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering/Construction Management, 10+ years of experience (often UAE-specific), and expertise in Primavera P6/MS Project, with certifications like PMP/PSP highly valued; essential skills include risk analysis, delay claims (EOT), leadership, and strong communication for managing complex project schedules and teams. Core Qualifications<ul><li>Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is standard.</li><li>Experience: 10+ years in project planning and scheduling, with significant time in the construction industry (often 5+ years in management/lead planner roles), and specific experience in the UAE/GCC region is frequently required.</li></ul>Key Skills &amp; Software Proficiency<ul><li>Scheduling Software: Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 is crucial; certification is a plus.</li><li>Project Management Tools: Strong skills in MS Project, Excel, Power BI, and data modeling.</li><li>Analytical Skills: Expertise in schedule risk, delay analysis (EOT/forensic planning), resource optimization, and recovery planning.</li><li>Contractual Knowledge: Understanding of contractual frameworks (like FIDIC) and claims.</li><li>Leadership &amp; Communication: Proven ability to lead planning teams, liaise with stakeholders (clients, consultants, management), and present complex data clearly.</li></ul>Preferred Certifications<ul><li>PMP (Project Management Professional).</li><li>PSP (Planning &amp; Scheduling Professional from AACE).</li></ul>Role Focus<ul><li>Overseeing project baselines, monitoring progress, managing subcontractor programs, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with SOPs.</li><li>Supporting strategic planning, risk mitigation, and resource allocation.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From AED25,000.00 per month

Planning Manager

Omada Rail Systems

<div><ul><li>Site Supervision
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</li></ul><ul><li>Mid-Senior Level
</li></ul><ul><li>Dubai</li></ul></div>
 <div>About Us 
Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group&rsquo;s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis has long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers. 
About the Role 
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Planning Manager - Site to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of site planning for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.<ul><li>
Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and timelines</li><li>
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and workflow efficiency</li><li>
Analyze project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget project delivery</li><li>
Implement and manage project control systems to monitor progress, costs, and quality</li><li>
Provide regular status reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders</li><li>
Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement</li><li>
Collaborate with clients, contractors, and consultants to resolve planning-related issues and ensure project success</li><li>
Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements</li><li>
Utilize advanced planning tools and techniques to optimize site logistics and workflow</li><li>
Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and identify potential bottlenecks or challenges</li></ul> 
What do we need from you 
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Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years of experience in site planning or construction management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery</li><li>
Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera</li><li>
Advanced Excel skills and experience with resource allocation and optimization techniques</li><li>
Strong knowledge of risk management, budgeting, and cost control in large-scale projects</li><li>
Excellent understanding of construction industry regulations and best practices</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in site logistics and workflow optimization</li><li>
Familiarity with environmental and safety compliance requirements in the construction industry</li><li>
Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment</li><li>
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred</li><li>
Experience working in the Middle East construction industry is a plus</li></ul> 
What's in it for you? 
The role is site based.</div>

Senior Planning Manager - Site

Dicetek LLC

Join to apply for the Data Centre Project Planner role at Dicetek LLC.15 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants.Job Purpose: To lead and manage project planning and scheduling activities across the lifecycle of hyperscale data center construction. The Construction Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and integrating the project schedule in alignment with client requirements, contractor milestones, and company's internal delivery strategy. This role ensures timely and efficient coordination with Microsoft's Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and acts as a central planning interface between the company, vendors, and stakeholders.Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>Develop and maintain the master construction schedule using Primavera P6 or MS Project.</li><li>Interface with Microsoft's IMS team, ensuring full schedule alignment and transparency.</li><li>Track progress, monitor key milestones, and analyze variances to highlight critical risks or delays.</li><li>Work with internal and external stakeholders (engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams) to integrate all planning inputs.</li><li>Provide regular schedule updates, forecasts, and what-if analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Lead planning workshops with contractors and internal teams.</li><li>Ensure schedule adherence to contract requirements and support claims avoidance or resolution.</li><li>Contribute to project reporting including dashboards, progress reports, and executive summaries.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.</li><li>Planning certification (e.g., PMI-SP, PSP) is a plus.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.</li><li>At least 4 years in hyperscale data center construction or large-scale infrastructure projects.</li><li>Hands-on experience with Primavera P6; experience with Microsoft Project and Power BI is an advantage.</li><li>Proven ability to work within fast-track, high-complexity environments with international stakeholders.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Expert knowledge of project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).</li><li>Strong understanding of EPC delivery models and construction sequencing.</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven.</li><li>Ability to manage and interpret complex data and schedules.</li><li>Familiarity with data center commissioning milestones and integration with IMS.</li></ul> Seniority level <ul><li>Not Applicable</li></ul> Employment type <ul><li>Contract</li></ul> Job function <ul><li>Project Management and Information Technology</li></ul> Industries <ul><li>IT Services and IT Consulting</li></ul>

Data Centre Project Planner

Nubai Metals Advisory

Role Overview: The Planning Lead will be responsible for developing and managing the integrated project schedule for the DRI plant. This includes coordinating inputs from engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and logistics teams to build a comprehensive, logical, and trackable schedule. The role requires ensuring proper sequencing, identifying critical paths, providing early delay warnings, and aligning stakeholders for timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Role &amp; responsibilities <ul> <li>Develop and maintain a Level 1 to Level 5 project schedule encompassing engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases. Break down high-level Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) into detailed tasks, incorporating predecessors and successors to clarify dependencies and ensure accurate critical path analysis.</li> <li>Collaborate with discipline leads and contractors to collect schedule inputs and progress updates.</li> <li>Identify and monitor critical paths, key milestones, and potential schedule risks.</li> <li>Support the creation of baseline schedules, recovery plans, and what-if scenarios.</li> <li>Coordinate with cost control and project controls teams to ensure integrated planning efforts.</li> <li>Prepare regular schedule updates, dashboards, and detailed management reports.</li> <li>Provide early warnings and actionable recommendations to mitigate delays.</li> <li>Ensure schedule logic aligns with procurement and construction sequences.</li> <li>Assess and allocate resources, including labour, equipment, and materials to support construction and commissioning schedules.</li> <li>Track project progress against the baseline schedule, identifying variances and proposing corrective actions to keep the project on track.</li> <li>Provide regular reports, including Gantt charts, critical path updates, and resource utilization metrics to project management and stakeholders.</li> <li>Conduct schedule risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies for delays, such as supply chain disruptions or weather impacts.</li> <li>Work closely with contractors, engineering consultants and vendors to ensure schedules reflect realistic timelines and resource availability.</li> <li>Facilitate cross-functional meetings to align on priorities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and clarify responsibilities for tasks.</li> <li>Communicate schedule updates and dependencies to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability across teams.</li> <li>Ensure schedules comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices for DRI plant construction</li> </ul> Preferred candidate profile <ul> <li>B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgical / Electrical / Chemical Engineering from a recognized institution.</li> <li>15 to 20 years of experience in planning and scheduling for large industrial projects (preferably in DRI, steel, oil &amp; gas, or infrastructure sectors).</li> <li>Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.</li> <li>Strong understanding of EPC lifecycle phases and critical path methodology.</li> <li> The candidate must be willing to undertake extensive travel to site locations worldwide.</li> <li>Experience in interface coordination and delay analysis.</li> <li>Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.</li> </ul>

Lead - Project Planning & Control (Gas based DRI)

Aqar Landscape LLC

Roles &amp; Responsibilities:<ul><li>To prepare construction program in Primavera &amp; MS Projects in addition to preparation of 'S' Curve, Manpower histogram etc. Should evaluate project progress against historical indicators on Weekly basis and interact on daily basis with Consultant/Subcontractors regarding progress of work. Coordinate with engineering &amp; procurement department regarding interfacing of construction activities, materials &amp; equipment availability.</li><li>Prepare the weekly and monthly reports with co-ordination of site team and report to Project Manager.</li><li>Prepare the dashboard report with baseline v/s actual activity on weekly bases to highlight the delayed activity and distribute to all operation team.</li><li>Updates the financial analysis database for unit costs of the BOQ items, during different phases of the projects. Informs concerned parties as required.</li><li>Supervises to determine the value of variations ordered by the Design Manager to ensure a fair assessment and assists inequitable settlement of the cost of the project in accordance with the contract conditions.</li><li>Implement a cost-efficient method for Construction, following design approvals, shop drawings approval. Keep watch on various activities of project i.e. delivery of materials site clearance etc. and updating the Project Manager.</li><li>Constantly monitors costs by matching the actual against contracted amounts. Prepares monthly cash-flow forecasts and exercises cost control. Report findings to the Director and Project Managers throughout all project management phases.</li><li>Liaise with PM&rsquo;s /QS Team and monitor /raise / maintain all Extension of Time (EOT) &amp; Variation Order Claim (VO) from a planning perspective.</li><li>Any other duties assigned in either Planning or any other Projects function</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>B.E. or B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a reputable institution, with 8 to 10 years of experience in the landscaping industry.</li><li>Preferably with certification in Primavera and/or other project planning software, with expertise in planning and scheduling large projects within the landscaping industry.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeExperience:<ul><li>Landscape : 8 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

Planning Engineer - Landscape Experience Required

CSCEC Middle East

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 China State Construction Middle East (CSCEC ME) is recruiting a Planning Engineer to join Planning team in a newly awarded large scale Construction Project in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Prepare tender &amp; master schedule, and work strategy using work breakdown structure with resource &amp; Cost loaded.
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 Update Weekly, continuously monitor against approved schedules, major construction progress and Resources are adequate or in case of any shortage report to project Manager and review the same from subcontractor.
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 Prepare in detail the recovery schedule if required and ensure manpower and site supervision staffs are increased properly from Main and sub-contractors. Monitor major milestones that have been met and report any deficiencies to Project Manager/ Top Management of Main sub-contractors.
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 Ensure submission of all daily, weekly and monthly reports to consultants including Subcontractors. Attending weekly progress meeting and preparing the reports.
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 Prepare time impact claims / EOT and prepare assessment for the project manager/management. Review design changes/Trend Notices and assess time impact.
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 Monitor and advise the construction manager of any foreseen slippage of progress, Corrective actions to be taken and arrange coordination meeting between all related parties.
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 Requirements;
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering
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 5+ Years of work experience in Building Projects
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Planning Engineer

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