Planning Manager
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About the Role
UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company seeks a Planning Manager to oversee project planning and controls for construction projects. The role involves developing comprehensive project plans, managing schedules, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely delivery.
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Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, schedule, budget, resources, and milestones for construction projects.
- Create and manage project schedules, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and sequencing of tasks.
- Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to allocate resources (labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors).
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Assist in budget preparation and cost estimation, monitor expenses, and implement cost control measures.
- Implement quality assurance processes to ensure projects meet standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate project documentation including plans, schedules, progress reports, change orders, and meeting minutes.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure satisfaction.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to planning and project teams.
- Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, codes, and permits related to construction projects.
- Monitor project progress against planned schedules and milestones, implement corrective actions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering
- Minimum 8 years working experience
- 5 years in a relevant supervisory position
- 2 years GCC experience is a plus
- ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills
- Professional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) or PMP
- Advanced understanding of project management principles
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Proficiency in project scheduling software (e.g., Primavera)
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
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Job Summary
- The Planning Manager oversees all staff planning and ensures good practices in project controls and planning across projects. Highlights progress, delays, and concerns to management. Supports delay analysis and complex project controls issues.
Job Responsibilities 1
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, schedule, budget, resources, and milestones.
- Create and manage project schedules including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and task sequencing.
- Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to allocate resources (labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors).
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Assist in budget preparation and cost estimation, monitor expenses, implement cost control.
- Implement quality assurance processes to meet standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate project documentation: plans, schedules, progress reports, change orders, meeting minutes.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure satisfaction.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to planning and project teams.
- Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, codes, and permits.
- Monitor project progress against planned schedules and milestones, implement corrective actions.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Advanced understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical abilities to assess project requirements and develop realistic timelines.
- Proficiency in project scheduling software and tools.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills.
Job Experience
- Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position.
- 2 years GCC experience is a plus.
Competencies
- Build High Performing Teams
- AI Fluency
- Agility
- Provide Direction
- Resilience
- Quality
- Leadership
- Project Resource Management L4
- Cash Flow Analysis L4
- Primavera Project Planner L4
- Revenue Forecasting L4
- Project Tracking and Reporting L4
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering
- Professional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) or PMP
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