Overview
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
Role Overview
Working within the NEOM Trojena Proponent Project Management Office (PMO), the Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and updating of project schedules for Projects under the Trojena Program, to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner according to program requirements.
The Planning Manager will be managing and overseeing day-to-day activities of program management and reporting for the Projects, providing guidance on PMO planning policies and procedures, and managing in collaboration with other department leaders and team members to develop program schedule updates and monitor and report to the master schedule. The Planning Manager will be reporting directly to the NEOM Trojena Planning Head and Director of PMO and delivery.
Requirements Summary
- Working within the organization structure, and in coordination with team members, oversee and manage program schedule and related reporting in line with organizational objectives.
- Create and review baselines, recovery/revised and updated periodic schedules.
- Monitor and optimize integrated schedule for assets within the masterplan.
- Oversee Schedule Status Reports for the projects/programs for review with the Management Team and issuance according to required deadlines.
- Review, analyze and accept schedules provided by consultants and contractors for recommendations and support to the Project Teams.
- Prepares and presents the Schedule Impact Report. Leads the development and review of schedule recovery plans, including evaluation of additional resources/costs required to affect such plans.
- Manage schedule control and change management process for projects, and work with other leaders to take corrective action as needed.
- Monitor compliance with policies and standards.
- Provide executive leaders with information and assessment of schedule proposals on projects.
- Continuously monitor, evaluate, and report project schedules and KPIs to ensure they are adhering to plan and progress.
- Prepares and presents planning and scheduling information to management.
- Ensure the achievement of milestones in the delivery of the program.
- Oversee the implementation of NEOM process and procedures.
- Capability to identify inefficiencies and areas of improvement in existing processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Uphold ethical standards in all stakeholder interactions and communications.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
The Planning Manager responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Stakeholder Management
- Analyze stakeholders’ needs, interests, and influence to prioritize engagement strategies.
- Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans tailored to different stakeholder groups.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication and meetings.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, addressing their concerns and providing updates on relevant activities.
- Manage the dissemination of information, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
- Work closely with internal teams, including communications, project management, and legal, to ensure stakeholder interests are aligned with organizational objectives.
- Identify and address potential conflicts or issues with stakeholders proactively.
- Mediate disputes or misunderstandings, ensuring that resolutions are in the best interest of both the stakeholders and the organization.
Change Management
- Stay informed about best practices in stakeholder management and apply them to enhance engagement strategies.
- Seek feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve the quality of engagement and communication.
- Promote transparency and accountability in all interactions with stakeholders.
- Identify potential risks associated with the change and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Develop a strategy that outlines the approach, resources and timelines for implementing the change.
Project Management
- Provide regular reports to senior management on stakeholder engagement status, risks, and opportunities.
- Use feedback and data to refine and improve stakeholder management strategies.
- Coordinate stakeholder involvement in projects, ensuring their feedback is integrated into planning and decisionmaking processes.
- Track and monitor stakeholder engagement activities and their impact on project outcomes.
Leadership
- Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other communication materials tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Ensure that all stakeholder engagement activities comply with the relevant regulations and ethical standards.
- Utilize data analytics to drive strategies and decisions.
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
Experience & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 7+ years of experience in project program and schedule management experience.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering major civils and building projects.
- Ability to manage enterprise level schedule management processes and reporting, meet deadlines, interface with different sectors and stakeholders and work in a fast-paced technology driven environment.
- Knowledge of Project Schedule Management, planning and scheduling principles, practices and procedures.
- Expert-level knowledge of project schedule control and change management and associated methodologies, techniques, processes and approaches.
- Program management skills
- Superior knowledge of schedule management tools and software, Primavera P6 and other related scheduling software.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills and strong analytical ability.
- Strong attention to details and technicalities.
- Excellent organizational and technical skills.
- Good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management or comparable.
- Master’s degree in engineering, Project Management or comparable preferred.
- Relevant Professional Memberships/Accreditation preferred.
- Project Management Professional or Planning certification preferred.
