Planning Manager | Royal Joinery

Job Summary: The Planning Manager leads the planning, scheduling, and resource management efforts of projects to ensure timely completion. This involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring progress, analyzing delays, optimizing resource utilization, and providing reports to stakeholders to enhance project efficiency.

Description of Activities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including task sequencing, duration estimation, and resource allocation, using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor project progress against baseline schedules, identifying and addressing potential delays or issues as needed.
• Analyze causes of delays and disruptions, conduct delay analysis, and communicate findings to relevant parties.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings to discuss schedule updates, resource allocation, and risks.
• Collaborate with the cost control team to manage projects within approved budgets.
• Assess resource requirements and availability, optimizing resource utilization through necessary adjustments.
• Develop and present weekly and monthly reports on project status, progress, and deviations from the baseline schedule.
• Work closely with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of materials and equipment.
• Provide input into the development of risk management strategies and contingency plans.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, new tools, and technologies related to project planning and management.

Minimum Qualifications/Education/Experience/Technical Skills/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Master's degree is advantageous.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in project planning and scheduling, preferably in Joinery.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and other scheduling tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address scheduling conflicts and delays effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset to manage complex project schedules accurately.
• Knowledge of cost control, budget management, and risk assessment.
• Leadership abilities to guide teams, resolve conflicts, and ensure project success.

Benefits:

In return, we offer you a path towards your most rewarding career and an opportunity to be part of one of the leading family groups within the UAE. Additionally, we provide a competitive benefits package for all successful candidates.

Location: U.A.E.