Senior Planning Manager

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and management of comprehensive project plans, detailed timelines, and effective resource allocation strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define clear project objectives, scope, and deliverables that align with organizational goals.
• Review and evaluate project proposals to ensure compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Conduct in-depth assessments of ongoing projects to identify risks, gaps, or improvement opportunities, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Coordinate closely with project teams, architects, engineers, and other technical staff to integrate planning and review functions seamlessly.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination between departments to align on project timelines and critical milestones.
• Implement, monitor, and enhance quality control procedures throughout the project lifecycle to maintain high standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and legal requirements.
• Prepare, analyze, and present detailed reports on project status, compliance findings, risks, and quality performance to senior leadership.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all project planning, review activities, and compliance records.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to strengthen planning, review, and quality control workflows.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, new technologies, and best practices to continuously improve project outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Minimum of 15–17 years of proven experience in project planning, control, and review within the construction or real estate development sector.
• In-depth knowledge of construction standards, project management methodologies, and local building regulations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive accountability.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior management and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management and planning software tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar).