About the Role / About the Job:
In a world of possibilities, this Planning Manager position offers endless opportunities to thrive in a supportive and innovative culture. You will be part of a team dedicated to valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth. This role is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, where you will oversee significant infrastructure and building projects, including roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, and public service facilities. Your contribution will be essential in ensuring timely project delivery while working collaboratively with various stakeholders to reduce risks and enhance project forecasting.
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What You'll Be Doing:
- Oversee the review, evaluation, and validation of project baseline programs submitted by contractors and consultants.
- Monitor and track progress against approved schedules and milestones, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Develop and maintain internal PMC tracking tools and project dashboards for comprehensive reporting purposes.
- Coordinate with construction supervision consultants and contractors to ensure alignment on schedules, progress updates, and deliverables.
- Lead progress meetings and provide strategic input on planning-related issues.
- Engage regularly with consultants and contractors to ensure realistic forecasting and mitigate risks of slippages.
- Prepare and review monthly and weekly progress reports, including S-curves and variance analyses.
- Work with other PMC team members for accurate forecasting and progress inputs for cost reporting.
- Collaborate with consultants and contractors to generate and regularly update cashflow forecasts aligned with current project status and project delivery timelines.
- Review cashflow submissions for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with contract requirements.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum of 12 years experience in planning, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Must have experience within the GCC Region. Strong background in infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, utilities, and buildings including schools and other public sector buildings.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, Primavera Risk Analysis, and cost control software.
- Solid understanding of project controls, progress measurement techniques, and cost-time integration.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Experience within Abu Dhabi government-funded projects is a strong advantage.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders and complex interfaces.
- Preference for experience in infrastructure projects alongside building projects, including roads and bridges.
- Preferably an Arabic speaker.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We celebrate diversity at all job levels, ensuring equitable representation for individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Employee Wellbeing and Growth:
We invest in our employees’ wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities in a nurturing environment. Our commitment is to support our team members as they aim high and reach for the stars. Imagine the possibilities and join the quest for growth—APPLY TODAY!
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