Planning Manager

To direct, manage, and provide technical expertise in all aspects of project planning for the assigned portfolio of projects to enable successful project execution in line with defined timelines, quality standards and key stakeholder expectations.

Role & responsibilities

This is a role based in Delhi, India, with the Planning Manager providing support for DAMAC projects located in various parts of the world.

People Management

• Manage the effective achievement of assigned objectives through the leadership of the department by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance.
• Act as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the assigned department to foster a value driven culture within the organization.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Manage the preparation and recommend the department budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines. 

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Manage and ensure effective implementation of department policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of assigned department activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements, fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service.
• Contribute the evaluation, selection, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of an effective planning system for use in construction projects on a regular basis.

Operational Planning

• Establish master program for the project from launch until handover
• Set deliverable targets for all departmental tasks to ensure project timeline is on track
• Coordinate with all department heads to obtain signoff on master program
• Partake in consultant/contractor selection process to ensure durations are reasonable and as per master program
• Supervise review and approval process of contractor baseline programs
• Establish reporting system for various consultant and contractor reports
• Periodic monitoring of contractor and consultant progress, advising and directing mitigation measures, and instructing actions to be taken as per contract conditions
• Negotiating methodologies, procedures and evaluations of any time variation claims submitted by vendors
• Ensuring all internal reports and system updates are being accurately issued in a timely manner
• Establish and enforce project planning and management to mitigate risks and ensure that all initiatives implemented are being managed as per the highest project management standards and agreed key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Manage PMO related issues and escalate issues (if required) to ensure smooth execution of the project portfolio.

Preferred candidate profile

Bachelors Degree in engineering is required.

Minimum 8 years relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in the real estate, hospitality sector including at least 5 years in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities.