Planning Engineer

planning engineer interior fit out

4 years experience

The Planning Engineer is responsible for preparing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules for interior fit-out works, ensuring timely project delivery, optimal resource utilization, and compliance with contractual requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning & Scheduling

• Develop detailed project schedules (baseline and revised) using Primavera P6 / MS Project.
• Prepare work breakdown structures (WBS) specific to interior fit-out activities (civil, MEP coordination, finishes, FF&E).
• Define activity sequences, durations, milestones, and dependencies.

Progress Monitoring & Control

• Monitor project progress against approved schedules.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, S-curves, manpower histograms, and look-ahead schedules.
• Identify delays, slippages, and critical path impacts.
• Propose recovery plans and mitigation measures.

Coordination

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, MEP teams, subcontractors, and procurement teams.
• Align construction schedules with material procurement, shop drawings, mock-ups, and approvals.
• Attend project meetings and provide planning inputs.

Cost & Claims Support

• Assist in delay analysis, extension of time (EOT) claims, and impact analysis.
• Support commercial team with planning data for variations and claims.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain planning records and schedule updates.
• Ensure schedules comply with contractual requirements and client standards.
• Prepare presentations for client and consultant reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Certification or strong experience in Primavera P6 (preferred)

Experience

• 3–8 years of experience as a Planning Engineer
• Minimum 2–3 years in interior fit-out projects (commercial, residential, hospitality, retail, or mixed-use)
• Experience working with fast-track projects is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Primavera P6 / MS Project
• Advanced MS Excel
• Planning reports, S-curves, dashboards
• Delay analysis techniques
• Understanding of interior fit-out sequences and MEP coordination

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,500.00 - AED6,000.00 per month