About this role
Role Purpose
Key Accountabilities
Project Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent software.
- Establish project milestones, critical paths, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure schedules align with project goals.
- Ensure alignment of planning and scheduling strategies with company objectives.
Progress Monitoring & Reporting:
- Track project progress and prepare status reports for management and stakeholders.
- Identify potential risks and delays, proposing mitigation strategies.
- Conduct regular project performance reviews and variance analysis.
- Maintain up-to-date dashboards and reports for senior leadership.
Resource & Cost Management:
- Allocate resources efficiently to optimize productivity and reduce costs.
- Work closely with commercial and procurement teams to align schedules with cost plans.
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting project timelines and costs.
Stakeholder Coordination:
- Liaise with project managers, contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure project deadlines are met.
- Attend project meetings and provide planning insights.
- Ensure all stakeholders are informed of schedule updates and changes.
Risk Management & Compliance:
- Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements.
- Implement best practices for planning and scheduling in construction.
HSE and Quality Accountabilities:
- Comply with company HSE and Sustainability policies and contribute to maintaining a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace.
- Adhere to Quality standards and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business performance.
Innovation & Value Creation:
Drive innovation and encourage continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in construction planning, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools.
- Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts and UAE construction regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in high-rise, infrastructure, or large-scale commercial projects.
- Knowledge of Lean Construction and Value Engineering principles.
- Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in the use of relevant software applications.
- Good understanding of data analysis and reporting tools.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and implement improvements in processes.