The Planning Manager is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and supervision of construction activities on-site. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget while meeting the highest quality standards. The position will require a comprehensive understanding of all phases of project delivery and will involve managing multiple stakeholders, contractors, and consultants. The Planning Manager will be based on-site in Dubai, working six days a week, with significant involvement in both the planning and execution phases of the project lifecycle. The Planning Manager is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and supervision of construction activities on-site. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget while meeting the highest quality standards. The position will require a comprehensive understanding of all phases of project delivery and will involve managing multiple stakeholders, contractors, and consultants. The Planning Manager will be based on-site in Dubai, working six days a week, with significant involvement in both the planning and execution phases of the project lifecycle.
Project Planning & Scheduling
- Create, update, and maintain project timelines using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project, ensuring alignment with the overall project objectives.
- Work closely with design, construction, and procurement teams to ensure a synchronized, coherent approach to scheduling across all phases of the project.
- Ensure critical milestones are clearly defined and monitored regularly, including engineering designs, procurement, construction activities, inspections, and handover.
- Review, Assess and respond to Contractor’s Extension of Time Claims in accordance with the Contract Agreement.
Site Supervision & Coordination
- Act as the primary planning liaison for the site team, assisting the RE/PD in the coordination and supervision of day-to-day construction activities.
- Ensure that all site operations are aligned with the schedule, and resources such as materials, equipment, and labor are available as per the project needs.
- Monitor the work of subcontractors and contractors to ensure compliance with the project schedule, and contractual obligations.
Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Proactively identify risks related to project delays, resources, and unforeseen issues that may impact project schedules.
- Develop and implement corrective actions in conjunction with the Contractor to address and resolve any delays or challenges encountered during the construction process.
- Act as a problem solver by working closely with the Resident Engineer and team to overcome site-specific issues.
Progress Monitoring
- Monitor progress through frequent site visits with the Contractor’s team and reporting.
- Review, assess and comment on the Contractor’s Daily, Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports.
- Monitor the Contractor’s KPIs on a weekly basis and ensure resource deployments are in line with the project requirements.
- Strong communication channels between the site team, project management, contractors, consultants, and clients.
- Report regularly on project status, including progress, delays, issues, and risk management strategies to senior management, stakeholders, and clients.
- Maintain detailed documentation related to scheduling, progress reports, contractor submissions, change orders, and any other project-related documents.
- Demonstrate proficiency in issuing and responding to letter correspondence to and from the Contractor and Client in accordance with the relevant Contractual clauses in conjunction with the Contracts Manager.
Change Management
- Evaluate any proposed changes to the project scope and assess their impact on the schedule, cost, and resource requirements.
- Ensure Contractor’s incorporation of approved changes into the schedule and ensure that all impacted parties are informed and aligned.
Experience & Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for this role are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
- A Master’s degree or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
- In-depth proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and related tools.
- A minimum of 12 years of experience in construction planning and site supervision, with at least 5 years of experience working within the UAE or GCC region.
- A strong track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects across various typologies, including hospitality, luxury residential, mixed-use developments, and commercial sectors.
- Experience in site-based roles, with a proven ability to manage all aspects of project scheduling, planning, and supervision on complex sites.
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project lifecycle management, and relevant industry standards (such as ISO, BS, and local building codes).
- Familiarity with UAE/GCC construction codes, health and safety regulations, environmental guidelines, and quality standards.
- Understanding of local building permits, regulations, and site requirements.
- Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver results in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Ability to foster a collaborative team environment, building strong relationships with stakeholders, subcontractors, and consultants.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to foresee and mitigate potential risks or delays.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and complex schedules simultaneously.
- Fluent in English (both written and spoken); proficiency in Arabic is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
Please submit your CV to [email protected] and indicate “Application for Planning Manager” in the email subject.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your interest.
