The Planning Manager is responsible for the planning, scheduling, development of sub-programs/ tracking programs for construction operations.
A summary of the responsibilities of this position are, and not limited to, as follows:
- Scope planning – specifying the in-scope requirements for the project to facilitate creating the work breakdown structure
- Preparation of work breakdown structure, i.e. into tasks and sub-tasks.
- Project schedule development, i.e. listing the entire schedule of activities and detailing their sequence of implementation.
- Resource planning – to indicate the levels of resources based on productivity rates of subcontractors.
- Procurement planning – listing of vendors and subcontractors.
- Risk management planning - planning for possible risks and listing of contingency plans and mitigation strategies.
- Adherence to safety practices in the workplace.
Requirements
- Education: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University
- Experience: Minimum of 10 - 15 years of relevant work experience in building works