Senior Planning Manager

JASARA PMC; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Program Management Company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to oversee planning and scheduling for multiple programs. This role involves developing project plans, tracking progress, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in project management within the civil engineering sector and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project planning and scheduling in the civil engineering sector.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and best practices.
• Ability to evaluate project performance and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and scheduling activities for multiple programs.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with clear timelines.
• Establish and maintain project schedules, tracking progress.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify critical paths.
• Conduct progress meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Project scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Resource allocation

Mentorship

Job description

Overview

JASARA PMC, a leading Program Management Company in the Civil Engineering industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Planning Manager to join our dynamic team. As a joint venture between Public Investment Fund (PIF), Jacobs, and Saudi Aramco, JASARA PMC is committed to delivering social infrastructure programs that contribute to the realization of Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia. With a solutions-based approach and a dedication to performance excellence, we offer our employees the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and complex programs in the world, bringing visible change to the Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and scheduling activities of multiple programs, ensuring alignment with project objectives and stakeholders\' expectations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, resource allocation, and dependencies.
• Establish and maintain project schedules, tracking progress, and resolving any deviations or delays.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to identify critical paths and potential bottlenecks, implementing effective strategies for risk mitigation.
• Conduct regular progress meetings with stakeholders, providing updates on the status of projects and identifying any required adjustments.
• Evaluate project performance and recommend improvements in planning and scheduling processes.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to planning team members, fostering their development and ensuring their adherence to best practices.
• Support the development of accurate cost and resource forecasts, facilitating effective budget management.