Manager - Planning

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure leader is seeking a Site Planner to manage project scheduling and conduct forensic delay analysis. You will work closely with contractors to ensure timely project completion, providing regular progress reports and identifying potential risks. Ideal candidates should have experience with construction planning and monitoring techniques. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to major projects within the UAE, enhancing your expertise in project management.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and scheduling for construction projects.
• Familiarity with critical path method analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning and scheduling support for a construction project.
• Conduct forensic delay analysis and report findings.
• Collaborate with contractors to monitor project progress.

Job description

This position will be site based in charge of a package (project) responsible for providing planning scheduling and Forensic delay analysis to Project Lead and other Project team members.

Job Duties

• Understanding work scope quantity and familiar with logical sequencing of construction disciplines;
• Providing detailed review analysis and monitoring of the procurement and construction programmes with Critical path Method analysis of the Contractor Subcontractors and Utilities
• Working closely on a day to day basis with the planners of the contractor to monitor and/or amend the Contractors baseline programme of Work
• Providing progress reports graphs and critical path analysis for the monthly and weekly progress reports to the Project Management Consultant (PMC)
• Reporting to the Project Lead any risks opportunities and any mitigation strategies to maintain the project completion date
• Reviewing actual progress against the construction programme and prepare and report to the to the Project Lead accordingly
• Advise Project Lead for any early warning in regard to potential delay events
• Attending site and convening workshops with the site supervision team as necessary to get snap-shots in time and keeping an update on actual progress on site
• Conducting independent site visits to evaluate the contractors site progress against his programme and reporting to the Project Lead accordingly
• Providing support to the Cost Control Team in understanding the programme risks and opportunities of potential additional works and variation proposals
• Maintaining records of monitoring of the programme to enable input and support to the Project Lead and Cost Control Team to evaluate any related Contractor claims and variations as considered necessary
• Providing assistance to the PMC during negotiations arbitration or any other forms of dispute resolution
• Review claims (Time Impact Analysis / Window/APAB) defense and review of particulars and chronology of events
• Investigate for potential delay events and determining presence of concurrent delay
• Review and prepare prospective and retrospective delay analysis
• Present & discuss EoT claims with knowledge of contract mechanisms

Qualifications

TBC

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time