Planning Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Project Planning: * Understand the scope of the project. * Construct a network of work appropriate for the specific project. * Create a logical sequence out of WBS (Work Breakdown Structure). * Establish the critical path for the project. * Create a Master Project schedule. Identify the best series of events in the correct order for the project to finish on time and on budget. * Prepare the construction schedule & highlight anticipated delays/deviancies in advance. * Analyze the gaps between the planned V/s actual and highlight the areas needing attention for action of the project team. * Prepare method statement & submits to clients/consultants for approval. * Assist in laying down methodology for project execution and incorporate client initiated changes. * Coordinating with Contractors , Consultants and PMC to get the work done at site. * Forecasting and tracking of critical contract and procurement and plan for it. Project Schedule and Monitoring: * Monitor the progress of the project at different stages of its development. * Make sure the achieved progress on the project fits the progress anticipated in the schedule. * Provide advice to concerned parties involved in the project on delays/ deviations observed. * Ensure that all the separate elements of the project fit together and are working towards a common aim Process Adherence. * Comply with company defined guidelines and processes. * Adhere to project timelines. * Follow required safety parameters Process Improvement. * Identify processes/procedures in own work area that need improvement. * Recommend the process improvement ideas to streamline efficiency/costs/productivity. * Undertake the process improvement activities in own work area. Preferred candidate profile