Planning Section Head

JOB DETAILS

• Job Title: Planning Section Head
• Department: Projects Control
• Reports to: Projects Control Director
• Scope: Infrastructure and Industrial Projects
• Job Location: Head Office

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the planning section, assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring team performance to ensure high-quality, timely delivery.
• Oversee the development and review of detailed project schedules and baseline programs, ensuring alignment with project goals and company standards.
• Direct the monitoring, updating, and evaluation of project progress, identifying potential delays and approving mitigation strategies.
• Oversee delay analysis using methods such as Time Impact Analysis (TIA), and review and assess Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
• Collaborate with project managers, cost controllers, and contractors to ensure project timelines are met.
• Review and approve budget cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with project milestones.
• Lead planning meetings and resolve scheduling conflicts with internal and external stakeholders, escalating critical issues to the Projects Control Senior Manager when needed.
• Coach and mentor planning engineers through performance feedback and skill development.
• Define and standardize planning methodologies, tools, and reporting practices, and drive continuous improvement.
• Report regularly to the Projects Control Senior Manager on project progress, schedule risks, and team performance.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Experience: 8 to 12 years in project planning, including at least 3 years in a team leadership or supervisory role.
• Certification: Primavera P6 (Advanced) required; PMP preferred.
• Skills: Expertise in Power BI is a must; proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Strong leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
• Languages: Excellent English proficiency.