Senior Planning Manager

Innovo Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovo Group in Dubai is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to oversee project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for construction initiatives. The role emphasizes delivering on timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring compliance with contracts and regulations.

You will lead planning teams, coordinate with project managers and stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in scheduling practices to support large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years in construction planning, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools.
• Strong understanding of UAE regulations and FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent software.
• Establish milestones, critical paths, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure schedules align with project goals.
• Track project progress and prepare status reports for management and stakeholders.
• Identify potential risks and delays, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date dashboards and reports for senior leadership.
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-effective scheduling practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Senior Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for construction projects. The role involves ensuring project timelines, budgets, and resources are managed efficiently while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Senior Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for construction projects. The role involves ensuring project timelines, budgets, and resources are managed efficiently while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent software.
• Establish project milestones, critical paths, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure schedules align with project goals.
• Ensure alignment of planning and scheduling strategies with company objectives.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Track project progress and prepare status reports for management and stakeholders.
• Identify potential risks and delays, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular project performance reviews and variance analysis.
• Maintain up-to-date dashboards and reports for senior leadership.

Resource & Cost Management

• Allocate resources efficiently to optimize productivity and reduce costs.
• Work closely with commercial and procurement teams to align schedules with cost plans.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting project timelines and costs.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with project managers, contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Attend project meetings and provide planning insights.
• Ensure all stakeholders are informed of schedule updates and changes.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement best practices for planning and scheduling in construction.
• Drive innovation and encourage continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction planning, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts and UAE construction regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in high-rise, infrastructure, or large-scale commercial projects.
• Knowledge of Lean Construction and Value Engineering principles.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in the use of relevant software applications.
• Good understanding of data analysis and reporting tools.

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and implement improvements in processes.