24 Planning Manager jobs in the United Arab Emirates
Planning Manager
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The Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the planning activities across the organization. This includes demand planning, production planning, and inventory control to ensure resources are optimized, and business goals are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic planning, project management, and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities:- Strategic Planning : Develop and implement planning strategies to achieve company objectives and enhance productivity.
- Demand Forecasting : Analyze market trends, sales patterns, and data analytics to forecast demand accurately.
- Resource Allocation : Ensure resources (manpower, materials, budgets) are effectively allocated and utilized.
- Inventory Management : Manage inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing excess and reducing costs.
- Project Management : Lead cross-functional planning projects, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
- Stakeholder Communication : Collaborate with departments like Operations, Sales, and Finance to align planning strategies.
- Continuous Improvement : Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Data Analysis : Utilize data analytics tools to assess planning metrics, performance, and identify areas for improvement.
- Team Leadership : Manage and mentor the planning team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Education : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience : 5+ years in planning or project management roles, preferably within supply chain or manufacturing.
- Skills :
- Strong analytical skills with a good command of planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Excellent project management skills, with experience in Agile or Lean methodologies.
- Effective communication and leadership abilities to manage cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
- Problem-solving mindset, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
Planning Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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Guildhall is looking for an experienced Planning Manager to support a major marine construction project in Sharjah. The role involves managing project schedules, tracking progress, and coordinating with multiple departments to ensure timely delivery. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar tools. - Monitor progress and prepare regular progress reports. - Identify potential delays and recommend recovery plans. - Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and site teams to align project timelines. - Manage resource allocation, manpower planning, and equipment utilization. - Support project management in forecasting and reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Marine, or related Engineering discipline. - Strong background in planning and scheduling within marine or coastal projects. - Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Excel. - Excellent analytical, coordination, and communication skills. - Available immediately or with a short notice period.
About the company
Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region. With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific. Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services. Guildhall is the partner of choice.
Planning Manager
Posted 18 days ago
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Position Title: Planning Manager Employment Type: Full Time Salary: Competitive salary package depending on experience and qualifications plus family benefits Job Location: Dubai, UAE About the Client: One of the leading construction and real estate development firm based in the UAE specializing in the execution of large-scale high-rise residential projects. Job Description: • Lead the review and alignment of subcontractor, supplier, and contractor programs—ensuring seamless coordination of long-lead procurement and interdependent project packages within a master schedule that drives on-time delivery. • Monitor and analyse schedule performance using advanced “what-if” and time-impact analyses to identify risks early, implement corrective measures, and safeguard key milestones and deadlines. • Oversee the evaluation of EOT and disruption claims through data-driven delay analysis, facilitating transparent coordination with clients, consultants, and contractors to achieve timely resolutions. • Deliver executive-level progress reports, maintain meticulous project documentation, and issue performance or delay notices to uphold accountability, quality, and schedule integrity across all phases.
Requirements
• Open to Indian nationals, Male; 45 years old and below • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized institution • At least 10-15 years of experience in planning and scheduling on relevant residential projects i.e. high-rise towers; with minimum 5 years in Dubai with Developers or large contractors. • Proven experience in high-rise tower projects with strong construction knowledge and proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6.
About the company
RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa.
Planning Manager
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Planning Manager - High Rise Buildings - Tier 1 Buildings Main Contractor Up to 50,000 AED Per Month + Flights, Medical & Bonus 40 + 50 Storey High Rise Towers based 10Minutes from Business Bay - Dubai. Working alongside an experience Arabic Project Director on site you will lead the planning team on site. Project 2 High-Rise Towers 1 Pure Residential 1 Commercial, Hotel & Branded Residence Sitting on site you will be the Planning Manager (No1) working alongside the Corporate Head of Planning in the Head Office. You will be experienced enough to add value at pre-construction and execution stages on site. Managing the program , implementing change management and working will all parties to ensure that issues are raised early and handled in the right manner. Responsibilities • Monitoring project program & schedule for short term and long • Track project’s performance metrics & key performance indicators (KPIs) • Monitor & manage project risks, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks / opportunities
Requirements
• Planning Manager handed at least 2 No High Rise Project in the UAE for reputable Main Contractors • Strong analytical skills and a calmness • Degree in Civil Engineering • Primavera P6 Software experience and Project Management Tools Salary: * AED Up to 50,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances. * Additional benefits: Flights, Medical & Bonus
About the company
At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.
Planning Manager
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client wants a Planning Manager that is able to see the bigger picture, manage client, consultant and report the honest facts and reality 700 Million Design & Build Project in Abu Dhabi. Tier 1 Buildings Main Contractor. We want someone that sees beyond the baseline and see risk before it’s an issue. This person will understand how to work with a client to ensure that all obstacles are removed to ensure that progress and profitability occurs for both client and contractor. The Client • 35 Years + In Business across the UAE • Western Management Team • Often approached as the Joint Venture Partner of choice • Track record on Airports, Hospitals, High Rise & Shopping Malls • Ideally you will have delivered a Major Hotel , High Rise Tower or Mixed Use Facility Leading the project planning team for a Reputable TIER 1/2 Main contractor ( Not the consultant, developer or client) Project • Global Client • 24 Month Program on site • Value of 700 Million AED + • International PMC / Designer The following is 100% crucial for this employer: • Communication skills ( Forget the sir/madam approach or interested as this grates the client more than us) • Analytical and methodical approach to work • Sounds Technical & Engineering background • Commercial awareness of the program and profitability • Able to manage a small team in a hands on manner . No ego' or over delegating needed! Do you have a track record on 1/2 Billion AED + Build Projects for Main Contractors as a Lead Planner / Planning Manager in Abu Dhabi? You will know clients, consultants and have a track record working on relevant type projects in the Abu Dhabi Market space for reputable Main Contractors
Requirements
Do you match the following criteria Do you have a track record of Planning for Main Contractors? • P6 / Primavera experience • Can you hold your own and have meaningful conversations with Client, RE & Project Directors & Operations Managers onsite. • Candidates must have prior Experience ideally in the UAE for Tier 1 & 2 Main Contractors • This person will be able to start employment before the 1st November 2025 • If you are intrigued to find out more please send a word formatted CV and one of the team will connect with you to coordinate a confidential chat about this and your next career move.
About the company
At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.
Planning Manager
Posted 9 days ago
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Our Tier 1 Main Contracting client has a new requirement for a well experienced Planning Manager to join their team in Dubai to work on high profile large villa masterplan developments and/or high rise tower projects in the Emirates. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Planning Manager on large scale civil construction projects in the UAE and have worked in the capacity of Senior Planning Engineer for a recognised main contracting company previously. This role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 3-6 Month Contract as an outsource employed by J10 Consulting. There is an option to transfer to staff after 6 months to suit all parties Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage planning teams to deliver accurate and realistic project schedules in Primavera P6 • Coordinate closely with project managers, consultants, and site teams to ensure execution aligns with baseline programs • Perform delay analysis, prepare recovery schedules, and lead EOT claim preparation • Oversee preparation of progress reports, histograms, S-curves, and project dashboards for senior management review • Ensure all planning activities comply with contractual obligations and company procedures • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. • Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical requirements are accurately captured. • Oversee the execution of large scale civil construction projects from inception to completion. • Evaluate project performance, identifying and mitigating potential risks promptly. • Collaborate with finance teams to manage project budgets and optimize resource use. • Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals. • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies in all projects. • Implement and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance project efficiency. • Conduct regular meetings with project stakeholders to evaluate progress and address issues. • Identify and establish relationships with external partners to support project objectives
Requirements
Planning Manager Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning and execution with at least 3 years in large scale villa or high rise tower projects • Proven track record of managing large-scale civil construction projects successfully. • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools like Primavera or MS Project. • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management. • Proficiency in risk management and contingency planning for complex projects. • Ability to think strategically and solve complex project-related challenges. • Experience with financial and budgetary management specific to large projects.
About the company
J10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East. We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & Kuwait J10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering.
Planning Manager
Posted 25 days ago
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Responsibilities: • Assist in the implementation of the project execution plan. • Assist in the preparation and management of the overview and strategic programs, including design, procurement and construction schedules, together with supporting information required. • Coordinate and manage the preparation and development of target construction and procurement schedules, together with associated information required. • Establish project reporting procedures, prepare and present monthly project progress • Review the schedules and related documents from the contractor, including monthly reports and analyze the content to ensure compliance with project objectives • Review schedule trends to identify problem areas and recommend corrective action to management. Monitor actual progress against planned progress • Monitor engineering design progress, material and equipment procurement, and construction and commissioning status • Prepare progress monitoring tools for the management and monitoring of the above-mentioned schedules. Monitor progress both on and off-site. Identify deviations (progress trends) in both construction and procurement progress and suggest possible courses of corrective action • Working closely with the Project Team to ensure that the contract program is feasible and complies with the Project Master Plan and contractual documents • Interface daily with the main contractors, subcontractors and internal management. • Carry out studies into scheduling, manning, and material flow as needed. • Attend off-site meetings as requested by the client. • Review schedules for slippage of key dates. • Assist in the defense/approval of any claim for time extension or major change to the schedule • Other duties as requested from time to time • Ensuring that each Planning Engineer runs his or her section to the highest professional standards, that all information is current, and that every member of the team is receiving the information he or she needs to fulfill their responsibilities. • Establish and maintain consistent and adequate administration procedures in their field. These procedures will be followed across the project by the respective planners working under the Construction Managers.
Requirements
• Recognized expert with a minimum of 10 years of experience as a Planning Manager. • Considerable planning experience, showing clear career progression in the planning field through working either client-side or for a consultancy. • Experience working on solar and wind energy projects. • Proficiency in the use of Primavera (P6) and MS Project is essential. • Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. • The successful planning manager will be responsible for project planning large-scale EPC projects in renewable energy.
About the company
POWERCHINA HUADONG ENGINEERING CORPORATION LIMITED (hereinafter referred to as POWERCHINA HUADONG), founded in 1954, is a state-owned key enterprise affiliated to the worlds Top 500 enterprises, Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA). Headquartered in Hangzhou, POWERCHINA HUADONG has its branches in China, and overseas offices in UAE, Indonesia, Mexico, Vietnam, Ukraine, Philippines, Turkey, Nigeria, Kenya, Pakistan, and Ethiopia. As a national high-tech enterprise, POWERCHINA HUADONG has been ranked among the Top 100 Chinese investigation and design enterprises regarding comprehensive strength since the 1990s, and has been listed in the Top 60 Design Firms jointly compiled and published by Engineering News-Record (ENR) of USA McGraw Hill Construction and Construction Times for consecutive years since 2006. Since its establishment, POWERCHINA HUADONG has undertaken the planning, survey, design, consulting and other work for more than 100 large and medium-sized hydropower and water conservancy projects at home and abroad.
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Planning Manager - Infrastructure
Posted 6 days ago
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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
**Planning Manager**
**Abu Dhabi, UAE**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Planning Manager to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working within PMC environments, managing both infrastructure and building projects such as roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, and public service facilities.
**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 15 years experience in planning, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
+ Must have experience within the GCC Region.
+ Strong background in both infrastructure and building projects, including roads, bridges, schools, healthcare facilities, and other public-use 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.
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Planning Manager - Infrastructure
Posted 6 days ago
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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
**Planning Manager**
**Abu Dhabi, UAE**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Planning Manager** to join our team!
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Provide leadership for planning and scheduling, progress measurement, risk management, change management and reporting for the entire project
+ Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to planning & risk staff, interface with clients, and attend regular meetings
+ Develop, implement, and maintain project controls processes, procedures, systems, and tools and monitor compliance
+ Provide guidance and direction for the resolution of planning and issues as they arise
+ Set-up Primavera Project Management System P6 for program management across the planning team with all stakeholders
+ Prepare the Integrated master program for the project
+ Establish/deliver formal reporting arrangements on project progress for the client and project
+ Arrange project controls workshops/meetings to discuss and assist contractors/consultants to close their project control issues
+ Review & challenge any claims and EOT requests
+ Review consultants & contractors programs received and analyze them in line with the contractual requirements
+ Able to assess and analyze the impact(s) of design and construction changes and schedule slippages.
+ Coordinates execution of effective Project Risk Management across the project.
**What Desired Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from a recognized institution.
+ Minimum 15 years post-graduate experience in similar roles on infrastructure and Building projects.
+ Previous experience in Planning & Scheduling, Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis, and Extension of Time Claims
+ Thorough knowledge of industry best practices and regulations
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
MEP Planning Manager
Posted 18 days ago
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We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Planning Manager with expertise in MEP construction to join our dynamic team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will lead project planning efforts, ensuring timely delivery, efficient resource allocation, and seamless coordination across all MEP disciplines within our construction projects. Responsibilities: • Build and maintain the integrated MEP schedule in Primavera P6 or MS Project covering design procurement installation testing and commissioning • Develop, implement and maintain detailed project schedules for MEP construction activities in alignment with overall project goals. • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to integrate all activities into the master project schedule. • Monitor project progress and performance metrics, identifying potential delays or risks and implementing mitigation strategies. • Prepare regular progress reports and updates for senior management and stakeholders. • Conduct resource planning to optimize workforce and materials allocation. • Lead project review meetings to ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards. • Manage and maintain project documentation related to planning and scheduling. • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. • Collaborate with subcontractors to integrate their schedules and monitor their work progress.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. • Expert use of Primavera P6 MS Project Excel and Power BI • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in planning within MEP construction projects, preferably in the UAE or GCC region. • Strong grasp of HVAC electrical plumbing fire protection and ELV systems and their testing and commissioning sequences • Strong understanding of MEP systems, construction methodologies, and related processes. • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Knowledge of UAE construction regulations and standards is a plus. • Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
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Service Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs. Knowledge Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term. Care At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that's why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability.
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