Senior Manager Planning

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is a secured role, to commence in December, subject to approval. The project: This is an opportunity to work on a large luxury mixed-use development in KSA, Riyadh. the employer is providing project management consultancy services. You’ll lead planning for allocated projects or packages, working with the client, consultants and contractors to keep delivery coordinated and on track · from design through to handover. Your responsibilities will include: • Lead integrated programmes covering design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. • Review and challenge contractor schedules, ensuring realistic sequencing and achievable milestones. • Monitor progress, critical paths and delivery risks, helping teams develop practical recovery plans. • Coordinate package interfaces, specialist fit-out and long-lead procurement. • Provide clear progress reports and recommendations to the client and project leadership. • Lead and develop the planning team, championing collaboration, safety and sustainable delivery You’ll need to have: • A construction or engineering degree, or equivalent qualification. • Significant planning experience on large, complex building or mixed-use developments. • Advanced Primavera P6 skills and strong knowledge of progress measurement, forecasting and schedule analysis. • Experience leading planning teams and working closely with clients, consultants and contractors. • Clear communication skills and a practical approach to solving problems. • Luxury hospitality, high-end residential or mixed-use experience would be an advantage, as would previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East. Our values Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team. Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients. Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations. Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop. the employer is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. LI-On-site LI-DC1 Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and if there are any talented people you can recommend, just click the button and use the ‘Refer a friend’ feature found within the relevant job

Requirements

• Lead and develop the planning team, championing collaboration, safety and sustainable delivery You’ll need to have:
• A construction or engineering degree, or equivalent qualification.
• Significant planning experience on large, complex building or mixed-use developments.
• Advanced Primavera P6 skills and strong knowledge of progress measurement, forecasting and schedule analysis.
• Experience leading planning teams and working closely with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Luxury hospitality, high-end residential or mixed-use experience would be an advantage, as would previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East.

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