Regional Planning Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

22671BR

Requisition Number:

22671BR

Description:

As the Regional Project Controls Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing design and construction projects within the region for Stantec. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in successfully delivering these projects by overseeing various aspects, including project controls, cost reporting, project planning, and execution.

You will be instrumental in aligning these construction projects with Stantec\'s overarching vision and objectives. This involves effective resource allocation, compliance with industry standards and regulations, and consistent client satisfaction. Your expertise and leadership will be crucial in navigating the complexities of construction management, ultimately contributing to achieving Stantec\'s mission and goals.

Role responsibilities:

Project Oversight:
  • \\tDevelop and implement a comprehensive regional project controls strategy to ensure consistent monitoring, reporting, and compliance across all projects.
  • \\tAssist in conducting periodic project reviews to assess progress in alignment with Stantec\'s and client requirements, identify potential issues and notify required senior personnel/management upon identification, and ensure project alignment with Stantec\'s goals and objectives.
Client Interface:
  • Contribute to establishing and strengthening regional client relationships by understanding their expectations and concerns relating to project controls.
  • Collaborate with different Stantec departments to ensure project scope and objectives align with client needs and expectations.
Scope Definition:
  • Work closely with and support Project Managers, Design Managers, and Discipline Leaders to define and refine project scope and objectives.
  • Ensure the scope definition is well-documented and communicated to all regional project stakeholders.
Resource Management:
  • Assist in reviewing and optimising resource allocation across multiple projects within the region.
  • Assist Project Managers, Design Managers and Discipline Leaders in monitoring resource utilisation and ensure that resources are assigned to activities that align with project goals and budgets.
  • Assist in identifying resource shortfall against project delivery plans.
Regulatory Compliance:
  • Stay up to date with local codes and regulations relevant to the construction industry within the region.
  • Advise on implementing compliance measures across all projects to mitigate regulatory risks.
Quality Assurance:
  • Assist in establishing quality control standards and procedures for Stantec design and construction projects within the region.
  • Assist Project Managers and Design Managers and Discipline Leaders in regularly reviewing project quality assurance processes, including inspections and testing, to ensure standardisation within Stantec and that projects meet defined quality standards.
Supplier and Subcontractor Coordination:
  • Collaborate with regional suppliers and subcontractors to align their work with project objectives and quality standards.
  • Monitor their performance and address any discrepancies or issues promptly.
Documentation:
  • Ensure that standardised project documentation processes are consistently followed across the region.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining a centralised Stantec repository for policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with project document controllers in managing accessibility version control and providing training to promote accountability and transparency across all projects.
Budget Tracking:
  • Assist in implementing a robust budget tracking system for all regional projects.
  • Assist in regularly analysing project expense planning cost overruns and providing financial reports to Stantec stakeholders.
Safety:
  • Assist in championing a regional safety culture, emphasising the importance of adhering to safety protocols.
  • Attend and contribute to regular safety audits and reviews with Directors, Project Managers and Discipline Leaders on Stantec projects.
Problem-Solving:
  • Be at the forefront of problem-solving and dedicated to addressing challenges that may arise during project design and execution stages.
  • Develop and implement strategies for timely issue resolution and risk mitigation.
Team Management:
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to project control teams within the region.
  • Foster collaboration among team members and encourage sharing of best practices and lessons learned.
General Skills and Requirements:
  • Ensure that project control teams within the region possess the necessary technical knowledge in construction, engineering, and architecture.
  • Assist in promoting a culture of strategic thinking, encouraging teams to align projects with regional objectives.
  • Assist in implementing efficient time management practices to meet regional project deadlines and milestones.
  • Facilitate strong interpersonal and communication skills within the regional team to ensure effective interaction and coordination of project delivery, design teams, and stakeholders.
  • Assist in conflict and crisis management to address regional challenges as they arise.
  • Ensure teams are well-versed in contract and subcontract documents, maintaining legal and financial compliance across Stantec projects.
  • A high level of competence in MS Project, Primavera P6 are required with additional software experience such as Asta, Autodesk Bim 360 and Blue Beam is an advantage.
Tasks specific skills and knowledge:

Baseline Establishment: Work closely with Project Managers, Design Managers, Discipline Leaders and control teams to establish comprehensive project baselines for all regional projects. Ensure that these baselines include detailed information on scope, costs, program, risks, opportunities, and contingencies.

Change Management: Oversee change management processes for projects within the region. Review change requests, assess their impact on project controls, and make decisions based on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure changes align with project goals and objectives.

Resource Planning: Develop and manage a resource planning framework for the region, ensuring that resources are efficiently allocated to projects. Establish specific KPIs for resource allocation and monitor resource usage against regional program and budget goals.

Data-Driven Approach: Implement a data-driven approach to resource spending, analysing regional resource allocation metrics to optimise resource usage and reallocate resources when necessary.

Performance Reviews: Collaborate with Project Managers, Design Managers and Discipline Leaders to support the commercial team to ensure a thorough understanding of performance and alignment with the regional project baseline. Utilise established performance metrics to assess progress consistently.

Technical Discussions: Lead and participate in technical discussions regarding risk management and solution efficiency within the region. Provide technical expertise to assess the efficiency of solutions and ensure a common understanding of potential impacts in various scenarios.

Prioritisation: Set priorities for regional reporting, focusing on critical issues and tasks outside regular monthly or weekly cycles. Define specific weekly priorities and measure progress for effective regional project control.

Information Review: Act as the primary reviewer of all project control information leaving the region.

Title:

Regional Planning Manager

Qualifications:
  • 15 years of working experience as Regional Planning/Project Controls Manager
  • Degree in design & construction planning or Qualification deemed relevant.
  • CIOB, RICS or relevant professional body
  • Energetic
  • Problem solving
  • Client facing
  • Team player
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Project Management

About Stantec:

We\'re active members of the communities we serve. That\'s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Location :

United Arab Emirates-Dubai

Country:

United Arab Emirates

State/Province:

UAE

City:

Dubai

Stantec

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  • Job Id
    JD1604794
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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