senior manager planning

Jasara Program Management Company

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 JASARA PMC is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Senior Manager, Planning to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning function across a project, ensuring accurate and timely schedule development, monitoring, and control to support overall project execution and delivery. The project is a mixed real estate program in Riyadh.
 
 
 As a Senior Manager, Planning, you will manage a team of planners, coordinate with project stakeholders, and drive effective planning practices that enhance project performance and risk mitigation. You will play a key role in aligning planning strategies with organizational goals, optimizing resource allocation, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
 
 
 
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 Develop and maintain master and detailed project schedules
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 Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure integration of planning activities
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 Conduct regular schedule updates, progress tracking, and variance analysis to identify potential risks and delays
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 Implement planning standards and improve methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy
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 Communicate project schedule status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management and stakeholders
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 Ensure compliance with JASARA PMC's health, safety, and quality standards in all planning activities
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 Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation in planning practices
 
 
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 At least 15 years of experience in project planning and controls, with a proven track record in managing planning teams
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 Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred
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 Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, or equivalent strongly preferred
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 Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
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 Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment
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 Experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or engineering projects
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 Familiarity with the Middle Eastern market and local project execution environments is an advantage
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Senior Manager, Planning

JASARA PMC

<div>JASARA PMC is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Senior Manager, Planning to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning function across a project, ensuring accurate and timely schedule development, monitoring, and control to support overall project execution and delivery. The project is a mixed real estate program in Riyadh.
As a Senior Manager, Planning, you will manage a team of planners, coordinate with project stakeholders, and drive effective planning practices that enhance project performance and risk mitigation. You will play a key role in aligning planning strategies with organizational goals, optimizing resource allocation, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and maintain master and detailed project schedules
</li><li>Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure integration of planning activities.</li><li>
Conduct regular schedule updates, progress tracking, and variance analysis to identify potential risks and delays.</li><li>
Implement planning standards and improve methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>
Communicate project schedule status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management and stakeholders.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with JASARA PMC&rsquo;s health, safety, and quality standards in all planning activities.</li><li>
Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation in planning practices.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
At least 15 years of experience in project planning and controls, with a proven track record in managing planning teams.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.</li><li>
Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, or equivalent strongly preferred.</li><li>
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.</li><li>
Experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or engineering projects.</li><li>
Familiarity with the Middle Eastern market and local project execution environments is an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager - Planning &amp; Design for one of our major sports prgrammes. This strategic role involves leading the planning and design efforts to deliver world-class sports facilities and infrastructure that will support the successful hosting of major sporting events and enhance Qiddiya's position as a premier entertainment and sports destination.
The Senior Manager will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee the design process, and ensure that all planning and design activities meet the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and innovation. The role requires close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives with broader organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Lead and manage the planning and design activities for sports venues and related infrastructure.</li><li>
Develop and implement comprehensive design strategies ensuring alignment with the event requirements and Qiddiya&rsquo;s master plan.</li><li>
Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to deliver integrated and innovative design solutions.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with international standards, sustainability practices, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Oversee project timelines and budget adherence related to planning and design disciplines.</li><li>
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.</li><li>
Provide mentorship and leadership to planning and design teams.</li><li>
Monitor industry trends and best practices in sports venue design and integrate relevant innovations.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum of 10 years&rsquo; experience in planning and design management, preferably in large-scale sports or entertainment projects.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in leading complex multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality design outcomes.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of sustainable design principles and international standards in sports venue development.</li>
<li>Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership experience with a commitment to fostering team development and collaboration.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Planning (SPA176)

<div>The Senior Manager - Strategy &amp; Planning at Qiddiya Investment Company will play a pivotal role in steering the strategic direction and planning processes that support the realization of Qiddiya's vision as a world-class entertainment and cultural destination. This role involves leading strategic planning initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment of projects with the overall corporate objectives.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Lead the development and execution of strategic plans across multiple business units ensuring alignment with corporate goals.</li><li>
Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking to inform strategy formulation.</li><li>
Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans.</li><li>
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress against strategic goals and recommend adjustments as necessary.</li><li>
Prepare and present reports, business cases, and presentations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.</li><li>
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance strategic planning processes and outcomes.</li><li>
Support organizational change management efforts related to strategic initiatives.</li><li>
Manage and mentor team members within the strategy and planning function.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Finance, or related field; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>
At least 8-12 years of relevant experience in strategy development, corporate planning, or management consulting.</li><li>
Proven experience in strategic planning and execution within large-scale projects or organizations.</li><li>
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence at all organizational levels.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams.</li><li>
Proficient in strategic planning tools and software.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</div>

Senior Manager - Strategy & Planning

<div>As a Senior Manager of Cost Planning at Qiddiya Investment Company, you will play a vital role in shaping the financial landscape of our ambitious projects. This position will involve close coordination with cross-functional teams to develop strategic cost management initiatives that align with the company's goals of creating a world-class destination for entertainment, sports, and arts in Saudi Arabia.
Your ability to analyze cost structures, develop comprehensive cost plans, and challenge assumptions will be essential for successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cost planning processes, an eye for detail, and the capacity to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead the development of comprehensive cost plans and ensure they align with project objectives and timelines.</li><li>
Manage a team of cost specialists and external consultants in producing accurate cost estimates.</li><li>
Oversee the preparation of detailed reports for stakeholders, providing insights into cost performance and budget forecasts.</li><li>
Facilitate workshops and meetings to ensure alignment on cost management strategies across projects.</li><li>
Monitor project expenditures and variance analysis, ensuring that corrective actions are taken as necessary.</li><li>
Implement best practices in cost planning and provide training to team members.</li><li>
Build effective relationships with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to facilitate comprehensive cost planning.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
Qualifications:<ul><li>
10+ years of experience in cost planning or quantity surveying, preferably in large-scale development projects.</li><li>
Proficient knowledge of cost management software and tools.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.</li><li>
Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex cost information to various audiences.</li><li>
Professional accreditation from recognized institutions (e.g., RICS, AIQS) is preferred.</li><li>
Experience in the Saudi Arabian market or GCC region is a significant advantage.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Cost Planning. CDU7

<div>We&rsquo;re looking for a Senior Manager of Cost Planning who understands how to lead cost planning from the client side. Someone who can review cost advice, challenge assumptions and ensure consistent methodology across multiple projects.
This role is about owning the cost planning position, not producing the measurement yourself.
This is a Development cost planning role.<ul><li>Not project controls.</li><li>Not procurement.</li><li>And not about measuring bills of quantities.</li></ul>
Qiddiya is building a new city focused on entertainment, sport and culture. The projects are ambitious, complex and fast moving. In this role you will help ensure the numbers behind those projects are clear, credible and aligned with design from the earliest stages.
You&rsquo;ll work closely with development teams, design consultants and external cost managers to ensure design-to-budget thinking is embedded from day one.
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL DO<ul><li>Lead the cost planning position across residential projects and own the credibility of the numbers being presented to the business.</li><li>Manage external cost consultants delivering cost plans and ensure outputs align with Qiddiya&rsquo;s cost planning methodology and technical guidelines.</li><li>Interrogate cost plans in detail, challenge assumptions and ensure advice is robust, consistent and commercially realistic.</li><li>Ensure budgets actively guide design decisions rather than react to them.</li><li>Track design development and understand the cost impact of change.</li><li>Use benchmarking and historical data to test and validate cost positions.</li><li>Produce clear cost summaries to support internal decision making and Stage Gate approvals.</li><li>Communicate cost positions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul> 
Requirements 
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL BRING<ul><li>Experience managing or reviewing work produced by external cost consultants.</li><li>The ability to break a cost plan down, understand the logic behind it and challenge assumptions where needed.</li><li>Strong understanding of feasibility studies, benchmarking and value management.</li><li>Confidence to challenge design decisions when cost and value are not aligned.</li><li>The ability to step back from detail and assess whether the numbers genuinely make sense.</li><li>Clear communication and the ability to explain complex cost matters in a practical way.</li><li>Professional accreditation such as RICS or AIQS preferred.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Cost Planning - Residential

<div>The Senior Manager - Commercial - Systems &amp; Rolling Stock is responsible for leading the commercial strategy and management related to the systems and rolling stock aspects of Qiddiya's transport infrastructure. This role oversees contract negotiations, vendor management, financial reporting, and commercial risk mitigation strategies to ensure project delivery aligns with budgetary, timeline, and quality expectations.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and implement the commercial strategy for systems and rolling stock procurement and maintenance, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives and financial targets.</li><li>
Lead contract negotiations, manage commercial terms, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.</li><li>
Oversee vendor and supplier relationships, including performance reviews, claims management, and cost control.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, legal, and finance teams to ensure integrated commercial oversight.</li><li>
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and variances related to systems and rolling stock, reporting regularly to senior management.</li><li>
Identify and mitigate commercial risks, implementing strategies to minimize exposure and ensure contractual protections.</li><li>
Support the preparation and delivery of commercial reports, presentations, and analyses for key stakeholders.</li><li>
Drive localization efforts, ensuring compliance with in-Kingdom value addition and Saudization initiatives within the commercial scope.</li><li>
Ensure alignment with Qiddiya's values, safety standards, and quality expectations throughout all commercial activities.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline.</li><li>
Minimum 10 years of commercial management experience within the transport or infrastructure sector, with significant exposure to systems and rolling stock.</li><li>
Proven track record in contract negotiation, vendor management, and commercial risk management.</li><li>
Experience working in large-scale projects, ideally within a Middle Eastern context.</li><li>
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and commercial reporting.</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Familiarity with localization policies such as IKTVA and Saudization.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, complex environment.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</div>

Senior Manager - Commercial - Systems & Rolling Stock - Transport - 20004449 AA9

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Senior Manager - Commercial - Systems & Rolling Stock - Transport - 20004449 AA9