Planning Manager

Roles Responsibilities The Planning Manager oversees the planning department and ensures all project schedules and strategies are aligned with organizational goals They manage highlevel scheduling resource allocation risk management and client reporting Project Scheduling Planning Develop and manage the master schedule Lead strategic planning and resource forecasting Oversee the preparation of the project contractual critical path project schedule including breakdown structure for submission and approval based on contract documents Oversee the preparation of regular updates using all information received from PM PCM subcontractors and suppliers Oversee the preparation and tracking of schedule of resources plant and manpower to meet activities milestones Histograms Oversee the preparation and regular updates and tracking of material schedules submission approval order delivery in accordance with contract schedule ensuring timely availability of materials to minimize storage requirements whilst preventing negative schedule impact and produces related reports to the Head of Planning Risk Management Compliance Provide expert advice on schedule risk recovery and mitigation Ensure programmes compliance with Planning Department SOP and contract requirements Ensure compliance with ACC Planning Department SOP Monitoring Reporting Communication Oversee project baselines progress monitoring reporting Review and approve all Subcontractors baseline programmes updates and reports Prepare weekly monthly progress reports and submit them to the client consultant Management Monitor the progress of works against the contract schedule advise on schedule slippage and oversee the preparation of recovery plans Oversee the production of internal and external reports as directed Project budget statements cash flow etc Liaise with clients contractors and senior management on planning matters Team Leadership Meetings Manage and mentor a team of planning engineers Attend site meetings as required Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor s degree Civil Architecture Engineering 15 years of experience in planning roles on large highrise building projects Project Management Professional PMP certification preferred Extensive experience in claims EOT analysis and contractual terms Extensive experience in schedule risk recovery and mitigation Professional attitude and confidence Strong ability to communicate with stakeholder management Analytical thinking problemsolving and decisionmaking Ability to lead a team and elevate productivity percentage Communication skills and presentation ability Proficiency in project management software Primavera P6 and advanced Excel Power BI preferred Proficiency in English language writing and speaking