Planning Manager

HASHIM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

HASHIM in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Planning Manager with 10–15 years of construction experience to lead planning, scheduling, and project controls for major projects in the UAE capital. You will oversee the planning team, master schedules, resource allocation, and progress monitoring.

The role requires strong CPM, EVA, S-curve reporting, and leadership to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• 10-15 years planning and project controls experience.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Master Schedules, detailed work schedules, and look-ahead plans for large-scale construction projects.
• Lead critical path analysis, resource optimization, and schedule risk assessments.
• Monitor project progress and implement recovery plans for delayed activities.
• Align schedules with procurement, design, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Supervise Planning Engineers and Project Controls staff, ensuring accurate reporting and schedule updates.
• Coordinate with Project Management, Construction, Engineering, Procurement, QA/QC, and HSE teams.
• Conduct weekly/monthly progress meetings and present updates to senior management and clients.
• Ensure integration of planning with cost control, budget monitoring, and change management.
• Prepare progress reports, S-curves, earned value analysis (EVA), and KPI dashboards.
• Analyze schedule variances, delays, and productivity issues.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to mitigate project risks.
• Maintain comprehensive planning records and documentation for audits and project close-out.
• Monitor manpower, equipment, and material allocation for optimal resource utilization.
• Identify potential schedule risks and constraints and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support forecasting, project phasing, and cash flow planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 10-15 Years (Minimum 7-10 years in UAE/Abu Dhabi preferred)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Planning Manager with 10-15 years of construction experience to lead planning, scheduling, and project controls for major construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The candidate will oversee the planning team, project schedules, resource allocation, and progress monitoring, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage Master Schedules, detailed work schedules, and look-ahead plans for large-scale construction projects
• Lead critical path analysis, resource optimization, and schedule risk assessments
• Monitor project progress and implement recovery plans for delayed activities
• Align schedules with procurement, design, construction, and commissioning activities

Project Controls & Coordination

• Supervise Planning Engineers and Project Controls staff, ensuring accurate reporting and schedule updates
• Coordinate with Project Management, Construction, Engineering, Procurement, QA/QC, and HSE teams
• Conduct weekly/monthly progress meetings and present updates to senior management and clients
• Ensure integration of planning with cost control, budget monitoring, and change management

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare progress reports, S-curves, earned value analysis (EVA), and KPI dashboards
• Analyze schedule variances, delays, and productivity issues
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to mitigate project risks
• Maintain comprehensive planning records and documentation for audits and project close-out
• Monitor manpower, equipment, and material allocation for optimal resource utilization
• Identify potential schedule risks and constraints and implement mitigation strategies
• Support forecasting, project phasing, and cash flow planning

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure planning activities comply with project procedures, client requirements, and UAE regulatory authorities
• Provide as-built schedules, project handover documentation, and lessons learned at project completion
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement in planning processes

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Master's degree is a plus

Experience

• 10-15 years of planning and project controls experience in construction projects
• Exposure to large-scale residential, commercial, high-rise, infrastructure, or mixed-use projects

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Office
• Proficient in Critical Path Method (CPM), earned value management (EVM), S-curve reporting, and resource leveling
• Understanding of construction sequencing, logistics, and project management principles
• Familiarity with cost control, procurement coordination, and project risk management
• Leadership and team management skills to lead a planning department
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in leading planning teams in main contractors, EPC, or PMC firms
• Strong knowledge of Abu Dhabi authority requirements, project controls standards, and reporting protocols
• Proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and mitigating schedule risks