Vice President of Planning (Real-Estate & Construction)

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

Job summary

A leading construction and real estate firm seeks an experienced project planning leader in Umm Al Quwain. The role requires developing planning strategies, managing project schedules, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 15-20 years of experience in project planning, particularly in large-scale developments with a strong command of tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years of experience in project planning.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing planning functions for large-scale developments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement planning strategy for construction projects.
• Prepare and manage project master schedules.
• Track project progress and report updates to management.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Primavera P6

MS Project

Construction methodologies

Contract management (FIDIC)

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering / construction management

Master's degree preferred

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).