Senior Planning Manager

we are looing the Senior Planning Manager for the 5 Star Hotel Project in Qiddiya candidate must have good experience for handling the 5 start hotel projects with mega contracting companies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and advise on managing and delivering town planning functions and responsibilities for the organization’s projects and programs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor best management practices for the delivery and execution of planning commitments.
• Manage and liaise with the team to create and implement strategies and plans, identifying risks and recommending mitigating actions.
• Produce and manage schedules for design, procurement, construction, and completion, ensuring compliance with planning procedures and contractual requirements.
• Evaluate and analyze project progress using status reports to assess performance and provide accurate forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and authorities to update and manage detailed work programs and planning matters.
• Obtain and analyze progress updates from the planning team to ensure alignment with project schedules.
• Conduct analysis of alternative schedules and options to address market fluctuations, changes, or unforeseen events, improving delivery strategies.
• Review and evaluate subcontractor schedules and reports, recommending actions to align with the contract schedule.
• Manage subcontractor schedules in line with baseline/contract schedules and recommend actions to address any schedule slippage.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 15+ years working experience with mega contracting companies for handling the hospitality or similar projects
• Knowledge in Principles of Planning and Project Management
• Knowledge in Construction Law, Change Management, and principles and practices of research and data collection
• Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Cost Objectives
• Familiarity with Planning practices and the associated software such as Advanced Primavera6
• Knowledge in building construction planning and scheduling
• Strong cost control knowledge and knowledge in preparation of EOT claims and delay analysis
• Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes
• Familiar with local and international standards in construction
• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.