Strategic Planning & Delivery Leader

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to lead planning and scheduling across medium to high-complexity projects and tenders in the UAE. You will apply EVM, drive robust programmes and support project teams to deliver on time and within budget.

You'll manage client and stakeholder interfaces, lead teams, and promote safety, quality and sustainability in project delivery. This role requires strong commercial and governance skills and a track record in multi-disciplinary construction.

Qualifications

• Lead planning and scheduling across projects and tenders.
• Apply earned value management (EVM) and controls to guide decisions.
• Engage clients, teams and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
• Lead high-performing project teams and develop capability for net-zero outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong written communication and knowledge of scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and scheduling excellence across projects and tenders.
• Apply EVM to shape decisions and corrective actions.
• Engage clients, teams and stakeholders with clarity, influence and confidence.
• Lead teams to achieve programme KPIs and client outcomes.
• Shape and mobilise expertise to deliver project success.
• Manage scope, budgets, risks and quality with confidence.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

EVM

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Communication

Sustainability awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction or Engineering

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Schedule management tools

Job description

Mace is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to lead planning and scheduling across medium to high-complexity projects and tenders in the UAE. You will apply EVM, drive robust programmes and support project teams to deliver on time and within budget.

You'll manage client and stakeholder interfaces, lead teams, and promote safety, quality and sustainability in project delivery. This role requires strong commercial and governance skills and a track record in multi-disciplinary construction.