Senior Planning Manager / Director

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Planning Manager or Planning Director. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of experience, including 5 years in a planning or project control leadership role. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive project schedules, managing stakeholder communication, and leading a team of planning engineers. Experience in high-rise projects is essential. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in relevant fields.
• At least 5 years in a planning or project control leadership role.
• Experience with high-rise projects (50+ floors) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules and resource plans.
• Implement progress monitoring, delay analysis, and forecasting.
• Mentor and manage a team of planning engineers.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Project Control Leadership

Strong Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning

Job description

Position: Senior Planning Manager or Planning Director

Location: Dubai

Job Duties

• Strategic Planning: Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, master programs, and resource‑loaded plans for multiple concurrent projects.
• Project Controls: Implement and oversee progress monitoring, delay analysis, Earned Value Management (EVM), and forecasting.
• Risk & Resource Management: Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and optimize allocation of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present plans, reports, and recommendations to senior management, clients, and contractors, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage a team of planning engineers, fostering high‑quality delivery and continuous improvement.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed weekly/monthly reports, dashboards, and status updates for senior leadership.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry standards, local regulations, and contractual requirements, including managing variations and claims.

Key Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a planning or project control leadership role. Contracting Companies experience is a must
• Strong background in Primavera P6, MS Project, and planning software.
• Familiarity with cost planning, contracts (FIDIC), and project governance is an advantage.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in high‑rise projects (50+ floors) is essential