Planning Manager

Job description / Role

• Develop initiation programmes for all development stages
• Develop an overall development project progress control system for all phases
• Develop initiation programmes and detailed plans for all development phases
• Develop an overall development project progress control system for all phases
• Effectively present project plans to stakeholders
• Ensure supplier programmes are compliant and in line with the detailed plan and progress monitoring systems
• Monitor suppliers' Rate of Progress to ensure that this is consistent with the project plan
• Draw up action plans for the recovery of slippage and implement these with suppliers
• Assist with the analysis of supplier claims to ensure that these are appropriately responded to
• Close-out planning functions for each project and ensure of data is correctly administered for the project
• Review and understand all relevant project documents and conditions
• Establish and define project control procedures and identify the level of resources required to operate them
• Develop in conjunction with the Project Manager and Client, a suitable work breakdown structure for the project
• Establish and communicate cost and schedule baselines and ensure control mechanisms are in place to monitor performance
• Review overall project status with the Project Control Team and recommend corrective action where necessary
• Ensure that the Project Control Manual prepares all cost, planning and document control reports
• Other planning management duties as assigned by the Project Director / Senior Project Manager

• Excellent Communication skills – written and verbal, able to present complex solutions to non-technical people
• Excellent Primavera Skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of Design and Construction Processes
• Strong expertise in the analysis of Extension of Time claims
• Strategic orientation and influencing skills
• Analytical skills
• Commercial understanding
• Project management skills
• Decision-making skills
• Planning, prioritisation and organisation skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Management and leadership skills
• Teamwork skills
• Diplomacy
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Respect for cultural sensitivities

Salary:
AED 25,000 to 35,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
Additional benefits: Single Status

About the Company

Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite's team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties.