Planning Engineer

Actemium Emirates Projects (AEP), an operational entity of Cegelec Abu Dhabi, is a specialized engineering and contracting business unit focused on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems projects for the Oil & Gas industry. From initial design through to construction and commissioning, AEP delivers end-to-end solutions tailored to the sector’s technical and operational demands.

Active in Abu Dhabi and the Oil & Gas sector since 1980, AEP has successfully executed a wide range of projects, either directly for ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) subsidiaries or as a specialized subcontractor supporting major contractors.

Actemium Emirates Projects benefits from the expertise, resources, and international network of VINCI Energies. Our team is composed of experienced project managers, skilled engineers, and a strong in-house construction workforce — all committed to delivering reliable, agile, and locally adapted solutions, while embracing a dynamic approach to innovation and sustainable performance.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Prepare the Master and Construction schedule (as part of the Planning Package).
• • Perform critical path analysis.
  • Establish a Progress Measurement System (PMS) and prepare Deliverable Status Registers.
  • Prepare the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
  • Generate analysis reports, S-curves, and narrative reports for client and management review.
  • Conversant in Schedule Risk Analysis using Deltek Acumen / Primavera Risk Analysis
  • Generate Monthly (MPR), Weekly (WPR), and Daily (DPR) reports on operational activities.
  • Prepare look-ahead schedules.
  • Monitor and update the project schedule on a weekly and monthly basis.
  • Develop and update resource histograms weekly or monthly as required.
  • Prepare a recovery schedule to catch up on the completion date as required.
  • Study and analyze planned progress versus actual progress.
  • Prepare tender/Bid schedules.
  • Prepare Progress Payment Certificates (PPC).
  • Produce Project Planning closeout reports and perform Productivity calculations as required.
  • Prepare project claims and extensions of time (EOT) as required.
  • Coordinate work between interdisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Experience required:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of overall experience in handling EPC Oil & Gas Projects
• Hands-on experience in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project financing and cost control principles
• Previous ADNOC experience

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Why join us ?

Our DNA: Trust, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Solidarity, Autonomy, Responsibility

Joining us means becoming part of a large group while enjoying the agility and warmth of a human-sized company!

A personalized onboarding journey from day one, with tailored career follow-up

Opportunities for growth, training, and mobility within a fast-growing international group

Close and supportive management

Recognition of employee performance through a company savings plan

Pride in shared achievements

• ️ Respect for the environment and local communities in the countries where we operate (Human Rights Guide)

Commitment to the health and safety of our employees

At VINCI Energies Oil & Gas, CSR initiatives are deeply embedded in our activities, our ways of working, and ultimately, in our DNA