Project Planning Manager – Dubai

About the role

We are seeking an organized and detail‑oriented Project Planning Manager / Scheduling Coordinator to support project planning, scheduling, progress tracking, and project coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and updating project schedules and work plans.
• Track project progress, milestones, activities, and deadlines.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Collect and update project progress information from different teams.
• Prepare basic progress reports, schedule updates, and management summaries.
• Monitor delays, outstanding activities, and upcoming deadlines.
• Assist with manpower, material, equipment, and resource planning.
• Maintain project schedules, records, reports, and planning documents.
• Support project meetings and follow up on action items.
• Assist project teams with schedule coordination and general project control activities.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related field.
• Some experience in project coordination, planning, construction, administration, or a related role.
• Basic understanding of project schedules, deadlines, and progress tracking.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar software is an advantage.
• Good organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and follow up with different teams.
• Willing to learn project planning and scheduling processes.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Project
• Primavera P6