Planning Manager

Job Responsibilities: Work closely with the Project Manager to plan, monitor, and report on project controls and progress measurement expenditures Lead and support project planners in developing a work breakdown structure, preparing project schedules and manpower, machinery, plant histograms, defining, and tracking key project milestones Integrate the project budgeting process into project activities, calculating and reporting schedule variance and cost variance to evaluate project performance Develop corrective actions and forecast project progress trends based on findings Attend internal coordination meetings with subcontractors/suppliers Inform, highlight, and advise Project Manager if there are any indications of potential delays to the project Compare and benchmark the current project status against the project baseline, reviewing the status of the critical path Set planning targets for the site team, plan catch-up schedules, and allocate resources as needed Provide visibility and create accountability among stakeholders through clear metrics and reporting Track project changes, analyse, and understand their impact on project cost and timeline to ensure effective management Define and use KPIs to monitor project health, forecast trends, and take corrective actions as necessary Lead and support project risk management in identifying and monitoring project risks Develop contingency plans to address and mitigate any issues that arise during the project lifecycle Communicate regularly with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and progress Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including reports, presentations, and updates for senior management and stakeholders Mentor, support, and guide Planning Engineer in their professional development and assist with their integration into the project team Ensure compliance with CCCC management standards and practices throughout all phases of the project Create, review, update, and administer the project delivery schedule and plans using Primavera software to ensure effective project management Liaise with the Project Manager and project team to discuss project activities, monitor progress, and update the project schedule as needed Coordinate with clients and other subcontractors' planning teams to organise different phases of construction development effectively Prepare analysis reports containing milestone progress status, critical issues affecting project completion, resource loading plans, project recovery plans, and extension of time claims Monitor progress closely and highlight any potential delays in achieving project milestones to proactively address issues Prepare project progress S-Curves and rolling programs (1/3/6 months) to visualise project timelines and resource allocations Generate and update weekly and monthly project progress reports that include program analysis, accomplishment reports, photographic records, status of the critical path, and recommendations for timely project completion Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure the project is completed within the required timeframe and budget constraints Utilise KPIs to assess project health and performance, making adjustments as necessary Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and methodologies within the team Perform all duties in accordance with CCCC polices, processes, systems, reporting and procedures Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field. Minimum 5-8 years' experience in technical/design management within the construction industry. Strong knowledge of design coordination, shop drawings, and authority submission procedures. Experience in both permanent and temporary works design management. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.