Planning Manager – NEOM - Saudi Arabia

NEOM invites applications for Planning Manager in Saudi Arabia

Job Title:

Planning Manager

Job Description:

Sector:

Projects

OVERVIEW
Position	Planning Manager	Job Code
Reports to	The Spine – Senior Planning Manager	Direct Reports	None
Division	NEOM Projects	Department	Project Controls
Role Purpose	To develop, manage and report on the planning for an area of the rail network. Including strategic planning, interface management, co-ordination, and communication of the schedule with other Areas or Contractors and other NEOM Projects and/or Sectors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Key Responsibilities

Supervises and responsible for Long Range and strategic Planning activities for the rail network including major commodity demand forecasting and Manpower forecast requirements. Support the development, maintenance, and reporting on the Projects Level 2 and Level 3 Master Schedules based on EPM and NEOM management inputs. Identification and management of key Interfaces including give-gets between parties for and management of those within your area of responsibility. Provides direction to NEOM Project EPM organization with respect to implementation of NEOM Projects Planning and Schedule, Progress Measurement Plans and Procedures. Provides oversight and guidance in administering contractor’s claims including extension of time for delay and quantum matters. Provide support to the Commercial department in relation to all aspects of time management, claims management, and dispute resolution. Interface, coordination and communication with the Proponent, Procurement, Contracts, Legal, Finance and other NEOM Stakeholders in relation to planning matters. Conducts periodic assessment on the current state of practice of the planning team. Inputs and supports the development and implementation of enhanced procedures and guidelines. Drives, participates, and monitors the PMC Schedule Risk Analysis workshops and serves as primary reviewer of the PMC Quarterly Schedule Risk Analysis Report. Provides monthly, weekly and ad-hoc reporting data as required.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Proven track record of experience as a Lead Planner / Planning Manager or similar role. High expertise with various schedule management applications (Primavera P6 / Tilos), 4D planning a plus. Experience of fast-track projects with multiple interfaces. Experience working in both an Owner’s and PMC Organization. Understanding of commodity quantity unit rate analysis with respect to planning and forecasting. Experience implementing Progress Measurement Systems. Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal. Ability to negotiate efficiently and effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with multiple levels of Management. Team player with ability to lead a multinational, multi-dimensional organization. English proficiency. Minimum 10 years of experience in Capital Construction Projects Planning. Minimum five (5) years planning experience in complex interface environment.
Qualifications	Degree in relevant subject (e.g. Engineering, Project Management)Expert working knowledge of Primavera P6Professional membership qualification (e.g. CIArb, APM, PMP, CEng)Additional certification in other Microsoft applications a plus (e.g. Power BI)

MAIN CONTACTS
Internal	External
Project Planning and Controls team Project Directors Project Engineering, Construction and Commercial teams	Executive Project Management (EPM) Consultant Contractor Planning / Controls team Procurement / Contracts / Legal / Finance