Planning Manager

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules covering all phases of construction activities.
  

• Establish project timelines, milestones, and critical path activities.
  

• Coordinate with project managers and site teams to align planning activities with project goals.
  

• Ensure that schedules are updated regularly to reflect project progress and changes.
  

Resource Planning & Allocation

• Plan and allocate manpower, materials, and equipment effectively for project execution.
  

• Monitor resource utilization to ensure optimal productivity and cost efficiency.
  

• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of project resources.
  

Project Monitoring & Progress Control

• Track project progress against baseline schedules and identify potential delays.
  

• Prepare regular progress reports and dashboards for management and stakeholders.
  

• Recommend corrective actions when deviations from project timelines occur.
  

• Support project teams in maintaining productivity and meeting deadlines.
  

Risk Management

• Identify project risks related to scheduling, resources, and execution.
  

• Develop mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and disruptions.
  

• Conduct risk analysis and support decision -making to ensure project continuity.
  

Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with project managers, engineering teams, consultants, contractors, and clients.
  

• Facilitate coordination meetings to review project progress and planning updates.
  

• Ensure clear communication of project timelines, changes, and milestones across teams.
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain project planning documentation including schedules, reports, and risk assessments.
  

• Ensure project planning activities comply with company standards and industry regulations.
  

• Support audits and project reviews by providing accurate planning records.
  

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering discipline.
  

• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 are mandatory.
  

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction project planning and management.
  

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in construction project scheduling and planning methodologies.
  

• Proficiency in project management and planning software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
  

• Excellent analytical and problem -solving abilities.
  

• Strong leadership and coordination skills for managing cross -functional project teams.
  

• Ability to manage multiple project timelines simultaneously.
  

• Excellent communication and reporting skills.