senior planning manager

Mace Group

<div>Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
The project:
This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia. This unique project consists of major mixed-use development including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.
Mace is one of the delivery partners requiring high-calibre and experienced professionals to lead integrated teams throughout each phase of the project.
You&rsquo;ll be responsible for:<ul><li>
Lead the application of planning and scheduling methods, tools, and project controls, including Earned Value Management.</li><li>
Communicate analysis, requirements, and corrective measures effectively to clients, project teams, and stakeholders.</li><li>
Manage and develop a team of professionals, driving performance and delivering planning and scheduling services.</li><li>
Influence clients to adopt proposals and recommendations that support project success.</li><li>
Undertake tasks required to meet project and assignment objectives, ensuring delivery to scope, time, and quality.</li><li>
Contribute to Mace&rsquo;s net zero carbon transition by proactively managing and reducing project-related emissions.</li></ul>
You&rsquo;ll need to have:<ul><li>
Strong written communication skills, clear and concise.</li><li>
Expertise in schedule management tools, software, and planning techniques.</li><li>
Degree in Construction/Engineering or equivalent; postgraduate qualifications desirable.</li><li>
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and local requirements.</li></ul>
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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Senior Planning Manager

UCC Holding

<div>
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 To lead planning and scheduling activities for construction projects, ensuring projects are completed on time and aligned with budgets and project goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop and manage
 
 project schedules and plans
 
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 Monitor
 
 project progress
 
 and prepare regular reports
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 Identify
 
 delays and risks
 
 and recommend corrective actions
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 Perform
 
 variance and critical path analysis
 
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 Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams
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 Review contractor schedules and track performance
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 Support
 
 claims, delay analysis, and extension of time (EOT)
 
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 Ensure projects meet
 
 milestones and contractual requirements
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
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 Degree in
 
 Engineering or Construction Management
 
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 12&ndash;15 years
 
 of experience in construction planning and scheduling
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills
 
 
 <ul>
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 Primavera P6 / MS Project
 
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 Good understanding of
 
 project controls and scheduling
 
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 Strong
 
 analytical and reporting skills
 
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 Good
 
 communication and coordination skills
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred
 
 
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 Experience in
 
 EPC or large construction projects
 
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 Exposure to
 
 claims and delay analysis
 
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 </ul>
 
 
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Projecttech

<div><div><div><div>Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
Industry: Infrastructure / Mega &amp; Giga Projects
Availability: Immediate
Role Context
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner / Planning Manager to lead planning and schedule control activities for a large-scale, multi-package infrastructure program in Riyadh. The role requires strong expertise in programme-level planning, re-baselining, and delay analysis, with the ability to manage complex interfaces across multiple contractors and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
<ul><li>Lead the development and management of the programme master schedule across multiple packages</li>
<li>Integrate individual package schedules into a fully aligned programme-level baseline</li>
<li>Perform re-baselining exercises in accordance with contractual requirements and change events</li>
<li>Conduct delay analysis (impact analysis, time impact analysis, critical path assessment)</li>
<li>Monitor progress across all packages and identify schedule risks and interface conflicts</li>
<li>Prepare executive-level planning reports, dashboards, and recovery plans</li>
<li>Support claims, extensions of time (EOT), and dispute resolution with schedule analysis</li>
<li>Coordinate closely with project controls, contracts, engineering, and construction teams</li>
<li>Chair planning workshops and interface coordination meetings</li>
<li>Ensure planning governance, standards, and best practices are consistently applied</li>
</ul>Profile
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management</li>
<li>8 -15 years of experience in planning and programme controls</li>
<li>Proven experience managing multi-package or programme-level schedules</li>
<li>Strong background in re-baselining and delay analysis on major infrastructure projects</li>
<li>Experience working on mega or giga projects is highly preferred</li>
<li>Ability to lead teams and interface with senior stakeholders and clients</li>
</ul>Required Skills
<ul><li>Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of programme planning methodologies</li>
<li>Advanced experience in delay analysis techniques (TIA, windows analysis, CPM)</li>
<li>Excellent reporting and presentation skills for senior management</li>
<li>Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills</li>
<li>Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage</li>
<li>Middle East / Saudi Arabia experience is a strong plus.</li>
</ul></div><div><div><div><div>Job Category: Infrastructure Mega &amp; Giga Projects
</div><div>Job Type: Management
</div><div>Job Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Senior Planner / Planning Manager (J26-064)

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>

Senior Manager, Planning

MADKOUR

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 Madkour Group is seeking an experienced
 
 Planning Manager
 
 to head the planning function across its portfolio of power, energy, water, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will oversee all project planning activities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full alignment with company objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Lead and manage the
 
 planning department
 
 across multiple EPC projects nationwide.
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 Prepare and validate
 
 progress reports
 
 , dashboards, and manpower histograms.
 </li>
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 Monitor project performance and support corrective action plans where required.
 </li>
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 Coordinate closely with project managers, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure schedule integrity.
 </li>
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 Conduct
 
 delay analysis
 
 ,
 
 claims assessment
 
 , and
 
 forecasting
 
 for ongoing projects.
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 Establish and implement standard planning procedures, KPIs, and reporting formats for all projects.
 </li>
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 Mentor and supervise a team of planning engineers to enhance their technical capabilities.
 </li>
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 Report project performance and forecasts to senior management and stakeholders.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline).
 </li>
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 Minimum 15 years of total experience
 
 , including at least 5 years in a
 
 senior or group planning management
 
 role in EPC projects.
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 Proven experience in
 
 power generation, substations, water treatment, or large-scale infrastructure
 
 projects in Egypt.
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 EPC project lifecycles
 
 , and
 
 delay analysis
 
 techniques.
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 Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
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 Fluent in English (spoken and written).
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If interested, please send your updated resume in a PDF format to: jobs@madkour.com.eg mentioning the job title in the e-mail subject.
 
 
 
</div>

Planning Manager

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)

Mercium Limited

Job Title: Senior Operations PlannerLocation: Rawalpindi, Pakistan (Office Based) Working Hours: 12:00 PM &ndash; 8:00 PM PKT Job Type: Full-Time Reporting To: Project Manager Role Level: SeniorPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Planner to lead the planning and execution of complex, high-risk, and high-value operational jobs.This role is critical in ensuring strong commercial control, predictable execution, and risk management, while also mentoring planners and improving overall operational standards.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Planning &amp; Execution<ul><li>Lead planning and execution of complex and high-risk jobs</li><li>Conduct advanced feasibility assessments (routing, capacity, customs, warehousing)</li><li>Develop detailed execution plans with contingencies</li><li>Challenge incorrect assumptions and escalate when required</li></ul>Commercial Control &amp; Cost Management<ul><li>Validate cost structures and protect profit margins</li><li>Identify commercial risks early and take corrective action</li><li>Support pricing decisions with operational insights</li></ul>Supplier &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Manage critical suppliers and resolve performance issues</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Accounts, etc.)</li><li>Ensure smooth communication across departments</li></ul>Execution Oversight &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>Monitor execution quality and adjust plans proactively</li><li>Handle escalations and disputes with clear decision-making</li><li>Minimize operational disruptions and firefighting</li></ul>Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure accurate, complete, and audit-ready documentation</li><li>Maintain structured job files across all operational areas</li></ul>Team Leadership &amp; Development<ul><li>Review and guide planners on execution and decision-making</li><li>Coach team members to improve performance and judgement</li><li>Support onboarding and training of new staff</li></ul>Process Improvement<ul><li>Identify inefficiencies and improve SOPs</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in planning and execution standards</li><li>Reduce operational risks and increase predictability</li></ul>Billing &amp; Job Closure<ul><li>Ensure all jobs are billing-ready without rework</li><li>Align costs and revenue accurately</li><li>Support accounts in resolving discrepancies</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in freight forwarding / logistics operations</li><li>Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes</li><li>Excellent commercial awareness and cost control skills</li><li>Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability</li><li>Experience managing complex or high-value shipments</li><li>Leadership and team coaching experience preferred</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills</li></ul>Why Join Us<ul><li>Opportunity to lead high-impact logistics operations</li><li>Work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment</li><li>Clear pathway toward Lead Operations Planner role based on performance</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your Current Location?</li><li>What is your current salary in PKR?</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Rawalpindi Gpo (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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