Senior Planning and Claims Specialist

About TBH

TBH is dedicated to transforming communities and enhancing lives by delivering innovative solutions to complex client challenges. Renowned leaders and trusted consultants, TBH has managed over 8,000 significant projects across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, including major ventures in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Despite rapid expansion internationally and in the Middle East, TBH remains a collaborative, supportive, and connected team focused on future-ready strategies through 2030.

Opportunity Overview

We are recruiting a Senior Consultant with expertise in Planning, Claims, and Dispute Resolution to contribute to major residential, commercial, hospitality, infrastructure, and mixed-use projects throughout the UAE. This role provides a chance to solidify your reputation by delivering high-level contract management and planning support on complex projects. Experience with Middle East projects is essential due to the specific regional client and project environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and implementation of project schedules aligned with client goals and milestones.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and stakeholders through clear and professional communication that enhances collaboration and project results.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members to foster a collaborative, high-achieving team.
• Analyze diverse data sources, customizing reports to inform leadership and stakeholder decisions.
• Manage comprehensive preparation of client deliverables such as detailed analyses, technical reports, and presentations ready to address client inquiries.
• Develop, maintain, and assess complex schedules using planning software like Primavera P6 with reports adapted to stakeholder requirements.
• Apply industry-standard planning and scheduling techniques to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities impacting project delivery.
• Implement project control best practices to resolve planning challenges and improve outcomes.
• Lead knowledge sharing through technical workshops and support client training initiatives when necessary.
• Drive ongoing process improvements and innovation within planning and scheduling functions to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of deliverables incorporating feedback and applying thorough quality checks.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in Planning, Scheduling, Project Controls, and Claims Management.
• Academic background in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience across full project lifecycles: including tender planning, baseline development, progress tracking, delay analysis, extensions of time claims, construction reporting, completion, and claims resolution.
• Direct contractor experience executing at least one full construction project lifecycle.
• Proficient in applying various delay analysis techniques.
• Ability to advise clients on complex constructability, sequencing, and delay analysis options.
• Highly skilled in planning tools including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English, able to explain complex programs and analyses to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong autonomous work ethic with leadership abilities to support and guide junior colleagues.
• Good understanding of project management and project controls methodologies.
• Consultancy experience is highly valued.

Why Join TBH?

TBH operates with a focus on achievement and delivering outcomes aligned with strategic objectives. Our inclusive ONE TEAM culture nurtures collaboration, care, and a single way of working. We embrace diversity and foster an environment where employees can fully express themselves, believing that varied perspectives drive creative solutions and innovation.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including options to work remotely for fixed or indefinite periods.
• A welcoming, inclusive culture valuing respect, empowerment, and belonging.
• Career growth supported by mentorship, on-the-job learning, internal training programs, and financial assistance for professional development.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Program and annual flu vaccinations.
• Regular social and sporting events promoting community building within the company.
• Recognition programs, competitive remuneration, and advancement opportunities to reward employee contributions.