Vice President of Planning (Construction)

Sobha Siniya Island; Umm Al Quwain; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Umm al-Quwain is seeking a highly experienced Project Planning Manager. The candidate will develop and implement planning strategies, manage project schedules, and lead a team. The ideal candidate has at least 15 years of experience in construction project planning and a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management. Expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential. This role offers a competitive salary and dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering/construction management (Master’s preferred).
• 15–20 years of experience in project planning, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven track record in managing planning functions for large-scale developments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overall planning strategies for projects.
• Prepare and manage project master schedules.
• Track project progress and implement mitigation plans.

Skills

Leadership skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Construction methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering/construction management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Strategic & Leadership

• Develop and implement the overall planning strategy for multiple construction and real estate projects.
• Lead the planning team, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Work closely with senior management to align project timelines with business objectives.

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Prepare, review, and manage project master schedules for all ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Define project milestones, critical paths, and resource allocation using tools like Primavera (P6) and MS Project.
• Ensure integration of design, procurement, construction, and handover schedules.

Monitoring & Control

• Track project progress against the baseline schedule and identify potential delays.
• Implement early warning systems and mitigation plans to keep projects on track.
• Generate periodic project progress reports (weekly/monthly) for management and stakeholders.

Cost & Resource Optimization

• Collaborate with the commercial team to align project timelines with budget and cash flow requirements.
• Ensure effective resource (manpower, equipment, and material) planning across projects.
• Support value engineering and risk management initiatives through planning insights.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with project directors, site teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure schedule adherence.
• Present schedule updates, risks, and recovery plans to management and clients.
• Act as the key point of contact for planning and scheduling issues.

Process & Systems

• Standardize planning procedures, templates, and reporting formats across the company.
• Drive digital adoption of planning and project management tools.
• Benchmark planning practices against industry best standards.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other project management tools.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, contracts (FIDIC, etc.), and real estate project cycles.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering / construction management (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15–20 years of experience in project planning, out of which at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing planning functions for large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Experience in GCC/International real estate projects (preferred).