Planning Manager

About the Role

Join Parsons as a Planning Manager responsible for the development, oversight, and implementation of detailed project schedules within a prestigious royal program. Your leadership will ensure coherent scheduling that manages resource allocation, addresses inter-project dependencies, and aligns with both consultants and contractors' progress. You'll maintain adherence to QIC protocols and swiftly communicate and resolve scheduling deviations.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold QIC's "Safety First" principles, confidently exercising stop-work authority and engaging in health, safety, and wellbeing standards.
• Exemplify positive behavior consistent with Qiddiya Values.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior planning team members to effectively contribute to departmental objectives.
• Continuously enhance the quality and delivery of planning services to project teams through improved communication and collaboration across departments.
• Maintain meticulous documentation, collaborating with information management teams to safeguard all backup materials.
• Guide the team on planning, costing, resource allocation, and risk management practices.
• Work closely with architects, designers, contractors, and consultants ensuring schedules align with project objectives and adhere to management plans.
• Conduct resource planning and schedule quality improvement initiatives; analyze performance metrics and critical paths identifying risks and mitigation measures.
• Review proposal and contract schedule data; integrate discipline-specific schedules into a cohesive overall project timeline.
• Evaluate consultants’ and contractors’ schedules to preemptively manage delays or issues, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Oversee baseline and target schedule preparation, including regular updates reflective of design and construction progress.
• Facilitate strategic planning efforts and improve internal processes for enhanced scheduling efficacy.
• Coordinate key project interfaces to ensure smooth project integration.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to implement control systems covering budget, cost monitoring, reporting, risk, and change management.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• At least 10 years of substantial experience in planning for mega or large-scale complex design and construction projects, especially high-value luxury or VIP sectors.
• Adaptability to evolving business needs and proven expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction processes including resource planning.
• In-depth understanding of construction techniques, sequencing, and luxury material specifications.
• Ability to efficiently manage workloads under tight deadlines with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in enterprise-level scheduling and management software such as Primavera P6 and MS Office (Excel, Word), with added advantage for Power BI skills.
• Experience managing teams and fostering strategic relationships to enhance project outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and capacity to maintain composure under pressure with multiple priorities.

Preferred Certifications

• Primavera Certification
• Recognized project management credentials like PMP or PRINCE2

Company Commitment

Parsons promotes an inclusive workplace where equal opportunity employment is practiced regardless of race, gender, religion, age, disability, or other factors. We prioritize employee well-being and provide abundant opportunities for professional growth and advancement.