Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Manpower Planner to ensure the organisation has the right workforce capacity to support operational and project requirements. This role focuses on workforce forecasting, manpower planning, and resource allocation to drive efficiency, productivity, and cost control within a construction environment.

You will work closely with HR, Operations, Finance, and department leaders to align manpower plans with business objectives, budgets, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Workforce Forecasting & Planning

• Develop short- and long-term manpower plans aligned with operational and business growth requirements

• Forecast staffing needs considering attrition, promotions, retirements, seasonal demand, and project expansion

• Conduct skill-gap analyses to identify recruitment, training, and development needs

• Monitor workforce capacity versus demand and recommend planning adjustments

Resource Allocation & Workforce Optimisation

• Allocate manpower across projects, departments, locations, and shifts

• Optimise workforce deployment to improve productivity while controlling labour costs

• Recommend redeployment, workforce restructuring, or adjustments based on operational priorities

• Monitor workforce utilisation and provide corrective actions where required

Recruitment & Talent Planning Support

• Collaborate with recruitment teams to ensure hiring activities align with approved manpower plans

• Support succession planning and talent pipeline development initiatives

• Assist with onboarding planning to ensure alignment between new hires and project requirements

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Maintain accurate workforce data within HRIS and workforce planning systems

• Prepare dashboards, reports, and manpower metrics for leadership review

• Analyse workforce trends including attrition, absenteeism, overtime, and labour costs

• Provide insights to support workforce efficiency and strategic decision-making

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure manpower planning activities comply with UAE labour laws, organisational policies, and contractual obligations

• Support internal and external audits related to workforce planning and reporting

• Maintain structured documentation for manpower approvals and planning processes

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Support

• Identify opportunities to improve manpower planning tools, systems, and processes

• Support organisational expansion, restructuring, or transformation initiatives

• Work with Finance and Operations to align manpower planning with budgets and cost-control targets

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison between HR, Operations, Finance, and department heads

• Lead regular workforce planning discussions with business units

• Support management decisions related to staffing levels, transfers, promotions, and workforce optimisation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field

• 10+ years’ experience in manpower planning, workforce management, or HR operations

• Strong analytical, forecasting, and workforce planning capabilities

• Proficiency in HRIS platforms, Excel, and workforce planning tools

• Solid understanding of recruitment processes, manpower KPIs, and workforce optimisation

• Familiarity with UAE labour laws and workforce regulations

• Strong communication, coordination, and organisational skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment

Salary

AED 10,000 – 15,000 per month, inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Guildhall is a leading HR and headhunting consultancy in the MENA region, trusted by clients and candidates for its deep market knowledge and tailored recruitment solutions. With operations across MENA and Asia-Pacific, Guildhall delivers executive search, workforce advisory, and innovative career services.