Project Planning Manager
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The Project Planning Manager will oversee project delivery for a landmark cargo-terminal project. This individual will ensure that project timelines are realistic, achievable, and aligned with contract requirements. They will also provide accurate reporting to support decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
- Track progress against baselines, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Prepare regular progress reports for stakeholders and complete forensic analysis in response to contractor EOT submissions.
- Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to gather and validate progress data.
- Oversee document control processes to ensure compliance with procedures and proper record management.
- Provide coverage for the Document Controller during leave periods.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in project management or related field.
- 5–10 years' experience in project planning and scheduling (construction/engineering).
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 (mandatory).
- Background of Primavera P6 planning and scheduling within Construction and Engineering sector.
- Knowledge of planning principles and reporting.
- Familiarity with document control systems and FIDIC contracts.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
About the Role:
This is a full-time position that requires strong organizational and analytical skills. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and leadership abilities, as well as a deep understanding of project planning and scheduling principles. Experience working with Primavera P6 is highly desirable.
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Project Planning Expert
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The role involves leading the planning activities for projects, ensuring alignment across different functions. It requires strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail to develop robust planning frameworks.
Main Responsibilities:
- Developing project schedules in collaboration with cross-functional teams and monitoring progress against the baseline schedule.
- Tracking site execution progress and identifying delays to implement recovery plans.
- Closely monitoring contractual milestones and stage gates to ensure timely completion of key deliverables.
- Maintaining accurate records and reports using digital platforms.
- Preparing and presenting regular updates to senior management.
- Fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaborative problem-solving.
Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 10-15 years of experience in EP and EPC projects, particularly in greenfield and brownfield developments.
- Expert level knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project.
- PMI-SP or PMP certified.
- Strong background in project controls, scheduling, and resource planning.
- Familiarity with tools like Power BI and DMS.
- Proactive, self-motivated, flexible, and quick to learn.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and maintain confidentiality when required.
Working Conditions:
- This is a full-time position that may require working overtime during peak periods.
- The successful candidate will be based in an office environment with occasional site visits.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Diverse and inclusive work environment.
How to Apply:
- Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online portal.
- We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities.
Project Planning Specialist
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This position is responsible for providing planning, scheduling and forensic delay analysis to the project team.
Key Responsibilities:- Understanding work scope quantity and logical sequencing of construction disciplines;
- Providing detailed review and monitoring of procurement and construction programmes with Critical Path Method analysis;
- Working closely with the contractor's planners to monitor and amend the baseline programme of work;
- Providing progress reports, graphs and critical path analysis for monthly and weekly progress reports;
- Reporting risks, opportunities and mitigation strategies to maintain the project completion date;
- Reviewing actual progress against the construction programme and preparing reports accordingly;
- Advising on potential delay events and attending site workshops as necessary;
- Conducting independent site visits to evaluate the contractor's progress against their programme;
- Providing support to the Cost Control Team in understanding programme risks and opportunities;
- Maintaining records of monitoring to enable input and support to evaluate Contractor claims and variations;
- Assisting with negotiations, arbitration and dispute resolution;
- Reviewing claims defence and reviewing particulars and chronology of events;
- Investigating potential delay events and determining concurrent delay;
- Reviewing and preparing prospective and retrospective delay analysis;
- Presenting EoT claims with knowledge of contract mechanisms.
We are a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Our clients trust us to solve complex challenges. We have a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.
We offer flexible working arrangements, hybrid work options and the flexibility to do your best work. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in a dynamic environment where integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
We foster a safe and respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. We provide a wide range of compensation, benefits and wellbeing programs to meet diverse employee needs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential and we'll help you reach yours.
Benefits:- Flexible working arrangements;
- Hybrid work options;
- Ongoing career development opportunities;
- A competitive salary and benefits package;
- A wide range of wellbeing programs.
Project Planning Expert
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A prestigious engineering consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Project Planning Expert to support complex project planning and control activities across multidisciplinary programs.
About the Role:
The Project Planning Expert will play a critical role in supporting and planning scheduling and project control functions across a diverse portfolio of projects. Proven expertise in project scheduling and handling large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and maintenance of project schedules using planning tools such as Primavera P6.
- Coordinate with project managers and other departments to gather essential information for planning purposes.
- Monitor project progress and performance to ensure timely delivery.
- Assist in preparing time impact analyses and schedule delay justifications.
- Evaluate and recommend corrective actions to avoid project delays.
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company planning procedures.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in project planning and control.
- Proven experience working on infrastructure, mixed-use buildings, military, and/or school construction projects.
- Must be currently based in the UAE.
Project Planning Specialist
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This role involves ensuring compliance with approved plans, monitoring schedules and manpower, and validating project progress on-site.
The successful candidate will review baseline schedules, major construction progress, and equipment to ensure adherence to agreed-upon timelines. They will also monitor daily, weekly, and monthly reports from contractors, highlighting any non-compliance.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Validate project progress on-site, reporting deficiencies to the construction manager.
- Review daily, weekly, and monthly reports from contractors, highlighting any non-compliance.
- Assess claims involving time impact and advise the construction manager on corrective actions.
- Monitor schedules, manpower, and site supervision to identify potential delays or shortages.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher.
- Relevant certifications, such as PMP, are preferred.
- At least 10-15 years of experience in planning works on similar projects.
- Proficiency in Primavera, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
Project Planning Specialist
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**Project Planning Specialist**
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- Develop and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitor project progress, prepare detailed reports including earned value analysis (EVA) S-curve and productivity metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with project managers, consultants, and contractors to ensure coordination and alignment with project timelines.
- Conduct risk analysis, recommend corrective actions to maintain project schedule and ensure delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget.
- Participate in progress meetings, present planning updates to stakeholders and communicate project status effectively.
Required skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of total experience with at least 5 years in the UAE.
- Proven experience working with consultancy firms in the GCC on infrastructure building or mixed-use projects.
- Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling techniques, and critical path method (CPM).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a reputable organization, contribute to the success of projects, and advance your career in project management.
Project Planning Specialist
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Job Summary:
Project Planning SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Project Planning Specialist to join our team. As a key member of the project delivery team, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of projects from initiation to closure.
The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines. You will also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and organized individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and Monitor Schedules: Review and continuously monitor against approved schedules the contractor's major construction progress.
- Ensure Equipment and Manpower: Ensure that equipment and manpower are adequate or report any shortages to the Controls Manager.
- Validate Compliance: Regularly visit project sites to validate compliance with approved schedules and major milestones.
- Report Deficiencies: Review all daily, weekly, and monthly reports submitted by contractors and report any deficiencies to the Controls Manager.
- Assess Time Impacts: Assess time impacts of field design changes and trend notices.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications such as PMP are preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years' experience in planning works in similar projects.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in Primavera, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
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Project Planning Specialist
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We are seeking a skilled Project Planning Specialist to join our team.
Responsibilities:- Develop and implement project timelines, ensuring timely completion of milestones.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate project risks.
- Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules, including resource allocation and task assignments.
- Conduct regular progress meetings to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance project efficiency.
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring effective use of resources.
- Provide critical path analysis and advice on project scheduling.
- Coordinate with the project team to ensure seamless integration of tasks.
- Monitor and report on project progress, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with project governance and quality standards.
- Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills.
- Proven experience in project planning and coordination.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Able to travel occasionally.
Project Planning Specialist
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The role of a Project Planning Specialist is to play a critical part in the design and delivery of projects. Our creative teams combine planning, architecture, engineering, interiors, and program management to deliver truly integrated design.
We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers, united by a passion for great design. We own the impact of our work socially, economically, and environmentally.
Responsibilities:
- Regularly monitor construction progress using scheduling software and actual feedback data.
- Review and assess contractors' baseline programs, revised schedules, progress updates, and look-ahead schedules.
- Identify variances between scheduled and actual progress; recommend corrective actions and mitigation strategies.
- Require and review contractors' revised programs when progress is not satisfactory or falls behind schedule.
- Provide technical input and analysis on Extension of Time (EOT) claims, concurrent delays, and Time Impact Analysis (TIA).
- Verify contractors' recovery plans, acceleration proposals, and evaluate their effectiveness to meet project timelines.
- Assist in identifying project obstacles or risks and propose solutions to prevent delays.
- Review and ensure accuracy of contractors' resource-loaded, cost-loaded, and man-hour schedules.
- Coordinate with contractor QS to align progress certification with actual site progress.
- Monitor contractors' cash flow forecasts and activity-value schedules to assess financial planning and progress measurement.
- Maintain weekly meetings and reports to QS head/management.
- Support the development and agreement of Progress Measurement Systems (PMS) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Attend and participate in progress review meetings with stakeholders (Employer, Consultants, Contractors, Authorities) and document minutes.
- Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports and executive summaries with program analysis and recommendations.
- Maintain and update project control logs for critical issues, submittals, RFIs, variations, NCRs, and site instructions linking to scheduling impact.
- Provide planning input for commissioning requirements, inspections, and test schedules.
- Ensure proper record-keeping of documents relevant to project delays and planning issues.
- Issue notices for contractor delays, slow performance, and non-compliance with the program.
- Conduct delay analysis using recognized methodologies (e.g., windows analysis, TIA) and demonstrate contractor responsibility for delays.
- Prepare planning presentations, reports, and visuals for client and management meetings.
- Collaborate with contractors and clients to resolve planning and scheduling conflicts efficiently.
- Prepare monthly progress reports based on work carried out by the contractor, highlighting problems, obstacles, shortages, and recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE).
Project Planning Coordinator
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The key responsibility of a project planning engineer is to coordinate and deliver all project planning activities and deliverables. Key responsibilities include preparing master and construction schedules, generating reports on operational activities, developing internal schedules to track major milestones, and establishing a progress measurement system.
Key Responsibilities:- Preparing master and construction schedules
- Generating reports on operational activities
- Developing internal schedules to track major milestones
- Establishing a progress measurement system
To be successful in this role, you will need to have excellent organizational skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Benefits:As a member of our team, you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and professional development, and a dynamic and supportive work environment.