Sr. Planning & Scheduling Manager

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

The Sr. Planning & Scheduling Manager will be responsible for ensuring project delivery in line with client requirements through the development of a project wide WBS. Duties will also include developing and maintaining a detailed master schedule and also to support and work with contractors to develop their contractual schedules. 

Specific Responsibilities 

• Gather and analyze information to prepare reports on the progress of projects; 

• Support the project management team in the planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects, including dashboard; 

• Assist in program planning, analysis and development activities; 

• Resolve program performance issues and develop recovery plans; 

• Identify and resolve program problems and keep management inform about any financial and schedule issues; 

• Provide support in risk assessment and mitigation activities; 

• Prepare budgets and control expenses within the budgets; 

• Understand program requirements and develop program plan to meet milestones; 

• Work with program team, partners, contractors, subcontractors, to meet or exceed project expectations. 

• Provide support in conducting periodic audits and generate audit reports for Project Director; 

• Communicate program progress to Project Director on regular basis; 

• Track expenses, identify cost variances and provide corrective actions; 

• Develop process improvements to achieve program objectives; 

• Monitor program progress throughout all program lifecycle phases; 

• Perform all other position related duties as requested. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience using MS Project or Primavera P3 or P6 and MS Excel  

• Subject matter expertise using MS Project to manage an integrated master schedule and the supporting detailed schedules; 

• Creative and innovative with assignments. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in work style to better respond to multiple requests/tasks and handle sudden changes in priorities; 

• Able to embrace and participate in change initiatives; 

• Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills, to include solid experience in writing functional and technical specifications; 

• Excellent communication skills; 

• Fluent in English.