Senior Planning Manager

Job Summary:

The Senior Planning Manager manages the planning requirements of the project by leading a team of planning professionals and coordinating with the project team with the objective of complying with the contract schedule, communicating the impact on the schedule and advising mitigating measures.

• 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.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering with minimum 15 years working experience with main Contractors for handling meg projects mainly with Hotels, High Rise Buildings and apartments
• 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.