Job Summary
The Planning Director is responsible for the planning, scheduling, monitoring of projects and execution of several high-profile projects by ensuring quality, legal aspects, cost effectiveness and timely completion of projects. This position drives strategic initiatives and supports the development of long-term growth plans and profitability goals of the organization
Job Responsibilities 1
Directs and oversees an organization's strategic and long-range goal planning function.
Manages planning works in multiple projects simultaneously
Reviews and recommends development proposals for compliance with various developmental regulations and with principles and practices.
Works closely with the project teams and service providers to ensure full integration and efficient use of resources to meet requirements.
Monitors project progress to ensure timely delivery of key milestones and deliverables
Job Responsibilities 2
Determines the strategies and plans to be used in the planning department in order to deliver the most efficient result by investigating the latest trends in the field of planning and implement appropriate best practices in the organization.
Provides strategic project management input of the planning project including financial management.
Ensures proper coordination and communication with the Top Management and the whole organization. Review and approve all reports in compliance to the standards and to improve continuously in order to make the organization a learning performance organization.
Works closely with project management teams to assure timely activities, high-quality incorporation and efficient use of resources to meet requirements.
Analyzes operations needs and develops programs to meet these needs in accordance with established organization policies and available resources
Leads quantitative and qualitative analytic work that unlocks business insights and drives sound decision-making on key business issues
Provides management and project teams with schedule reports on project’s status and escalate issues as necessary on weekly and monthly basis.
Monitors progress throughout the organization master schedules and comparing it with the projected schedule of work
Supports Senior Management in the effective management of the project schedules
Leads and directs project activities and maintains regular communications with contractors and consultants.
Manages the budget of the department to ensure proper expenditures, prevent losses and maximize the department resources.
Job Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge in Principles of Planning and Project Management
Knowledge in Construction Law, Change Management, and principles and practices of research and data collection
Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Cost Objectives
Advance knowledge of project planning software like MS projects or primavera
Strong cost control knowledge & knowledge in preparation of EOT claims & delay analysis
Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes
Familiar with local and international standards in construction
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
Minimum of 12 years of working experience
Minimum of 6 years in similar position
Atleast 4 years of GCC experience is preferred
Competencies
Collaboration
Accountability
Resilience
Quality
Leadership
Creates Strategy - Proficient
Drives Performance - Proficient
Develops Future Leaders - Proficient
Project Resource Management L4
Change Management L4
Cash Flow Analysis L4
Revenue Forecasting L4
Project Tracking and Reporting L4
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering
Profesional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) or PMP
Power International Holding (PIH) is a diversified business conglomerate, grouped into 5 main sectors: General Contracting, Agro-Food Industries, Real Estate Development, Lifestyle (Hospitality, Entertainment & Catering) and General Services. To ensure the sustainability and success of each businesses within the various sectors, we are committed to providing every entity with the tools and resources together with the central functional support to enable development and growth. We work in specialization, to ensure that each business strives to achieve the organization’s objectives and goals. Grouping is done through focus and trade excellence of organization leaders who proactively work together in multi-disciplinary groups, ensuring that each business thrives and flourishes.
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