Planning Manager

simplifyprocess; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm in Dubai seeks an experienced Planning Manager for civil construction projects. The ideal candidate should have 10-15 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, particularly in high-rise tower projects. Expertise in Primavera P6 and strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are essential. Responsibilities include developing project schedules, coordinating with various teams, and preparing progress reports. This full-time role requires reliable commuting or planning to relocate before starting work.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Experience with high-rise tower projects.
• Background in contracting is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and monitor project schedules.
• Coordinate with teams to meet project milestones.
• Prepare progress reports and recovery plans.
• Support strategic planning and decision-making.

Skills

Project planning and scheduling

High-rise tower projects

Project controls

Primavera P6

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Planning Manager (Civil Construction)

We are looking for an experienced Planning Manager to join our team!

Requirements

• 10-15 years of experience in project planning and scheduling
• Strong background working on high-rise tower projects
• Previous experience with a contracting company is a must
• Expertise in project controls, scheduling software (Primavera P6), progress reporting, and coordination with site teams
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and monitor project schedules
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and site teams to ensure project milestones are met
• Prepare progress reports, delay analysis, and recovery plans
• Support management in strategic planning and decision-making

Skills

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s)

• Immediate Join/Joining Date:

Education

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience

• UAE Planning Manager: 10 -15 years (Required)