Senior Planning Manager - Site

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Planning Manager - Site to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of site planning for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and timelines Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and workflow efficiency Analyze project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget project delivery Implement and manage project control systems to monitor progress, costs, and quality Provide regular status reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement Collaborate with clients, contractors, and consultants to resolve planning-related issues and ensure project success Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements Utilize advanced planning tools and techniques to optimize site logistics and workflow Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and identify potential bottlenecks or challenges

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field Minimum of 10 years of experience in site planning or construction management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera Advanced Excel skills and experience with resource allocation and optimization techniques Strong knowledge of risk management, budgeting, and cost control in large-scale projects Excellent understanding of construction industry regulations and best practices Demonstrated expertise in site logistics and workflow optimization Familiarity with environmental and safety compliance requirements in the construction industry Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred Experience working in the Middle East construction industry is a plus

Oversee and optimize all aspects of site planning for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and timelines. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and workflow efficiency. Analyze project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and within-budget project delivery. Implement and manage project control systems to monitor progress, costs, and quality. Provide regular status reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders. Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with clients, contractors, and consultants to resolve planning-related issues and ensure project success. Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements. Utilize advanced planning tools and techniques to optimize site logistics and workflow. Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and identify potential bottlenecks or challenges.