Planning manager

JLL — Chennai, TN

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. A Planning Manager oversees project scheduling, resource allocation, and progress monitoring across construction or development projects, ensuring timely completion within budget while coordinating activities across multiple disciplines and stakeholders. Core Responsibilities Project Schedule Development The Planning Manager develops comprehensive project schedules from inception through completion, breaking down projects into manageable work packages and activities. They establish logical sequences, dependencies, and critical paths using scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project). They define milestones, deliverables, and completion criteria aligned with contractual requirements and client expectations. They incorporate design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning phases into integrated master schedules. Resource Planning and Allocation They forecast manpower, equipment, and material requirements throughout project lifecycles. They coordinate with procurement teams to establish lead times for critical materials and equipment. They identify resource constraints, bottlenecks, or conflicts and develop strategies to optimize resource utilization. They balance resource demands across multiple concurrent projects when managing portfolio-level planning. Progress Monitoring and Reporting Conducting regular site visits and coordination meetings, they monitor actual progress against baseline schedules

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