Planning Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Planning Manager / Senior Project Controls professional for a mega airport project. This is not a typical scheduler role, we need someone who can stand up, provide informed advice, and implement professional physical and strategical look-ahead plans, taking ownership of project controls, including planning, scheduling, and overall program oversight. Plus full control of the EOT process and other relevant contractual aspects. The right candidate must also be knowledgeable in cost control and commercial matters to effectively interface with the commercial and contracts teams, providing insight into potential impacts on schedule , milestones, budget, and CTC. He will work closely with the Project Director, Project Manager, and project team, driving proactive decision-making and ensuring realistic, achievable project progress.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage all project planning and control activities, including scheduling, progress monitoring, risk management, and commercial/contractual coordination.

- Develop, implement, and own the master program and look-ahead plans, ensuring alignment with project milestones and critical paths.

- Review progress updates and reports from the team and present weekly progress updates to the Client, Engineer/Consultant, and project management team, providing clear insights on progress, delays, risks, and mitigation strategies.

- Provide independent, technical guidance to management on project progress, potential delays, and corrective actions.

- Perform critical path and scenario analysis to proactively identify risks and recommend solutions.

- Lead Extension of Time (EOT) claims, delay analysis, and contractual coordination with clients and subcontractors.

- Ensure integration of planning, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities into a cohesive execution plan.

- Implement robust Project Controls procedures to support decision-making and ensure reliable reporting.

- Mentor and develop the Planning & Controls team, fostering proactive control, accountability, and ownership.

- Challenge assumptions constructively, ensuring decisions are backed by data and realistic planning.

- Serve as contract administrator for specific project controls and planning-related activities.

- Maintain effective liaison with commercial and contracts teams, providing insight into potential impacts on schedules and milestones.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.

- Minimum 1215 years of experience in planning/project controls on mega airport or major infrastructure projects.

- Proven track record in project controls leadership, with strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, and contractual/commercial coordination.

- Experience with Primavera P6, MS Project, and Project Controls tools.

- Ability to stand independently, provide constructive challenge, and influence senior management decisions.

- Deep understanding of airport construction methodology, operational requirements, and sequencing.

• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with ability to translate complex data into actionable decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

- PMP, AACE, or equivalent project management certification.

- Hands-on experience in mega airport terminal, runway, or aviation infrastructure projects.

- Exposure to advanced project controls software and dashboards.

• Familiarity with commercial and contractual coordination in large infrastructure projects.