Planning Director – Senior Leadership Role in Singapore

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Planning Director to lead the planning function for a portfolio of large‑scale construction projects in Singapore. This senior leadership position will shape planning strategy, governance, and delivery across multiple developments and corporate initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning function across multiple large‑scale developments and corporate initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and govern integrated master schedules at project, business unit, and group level.
• Establish planning standards, processes, and reporting frameworks across the organisation.
• Provide strategic oversight of programme performance, critical path analysis, risk identification, and recovery planning.
• Partner with executive leadership, project directors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment of programme milestones and business objectives.
• Oversee resource planning, sequencing, and schedule integration across concurrent projects.
• Drive schedule assurance, forecasting, and portfolio reporting for senior management and board‑level reviews.
• Mentor and lead a team of planning managers and project planners, building capability across the planning function.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related discipline.
• 15+ years of planning experience within the built environment, with significant experience on large, complex projects in Singapore.
• Currently holding a planning leadership role (e.g., Planning Director, Head of Planning, Senior Planning Manager).
• Proven experience managing corporate or portfolio‑level master programmes across multiple projects.
• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling methodologies, and programme governance.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and other project planning/reporting tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience presenting programme updates to executive leadership.

Required skills

• Primavera P6

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead planning strategy for high‑profile, large‑scale projects.
• Collaborative environment with senior executive engagement.
• Professional development and mentorship responsibilities.