Planning Engineer – Façade & Aluminum

Job Title: Planning Engineer – Façade & Aluminum

Location: Al Quoz, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Construction / Façade / Aluminum / Glazing

Position Overview

We are looking for a Planning Engineer – Façade & Aluminum to manage project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for façade and aluminum projects. The candidate will be responsible for developing detailed project schedules, tracking progress, analyzing delays, and coordinating with different departments to ensure projects are completed within the planned timeline and contractual requirements.

The role requires strong experience in façade, curtain wall, glazing, and aluminum projects within the UAE construction industry, along with strong knowledge of project planning software and reporting.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning

• Develop detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Prepare Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and define project activities and sequencing.
• Establish project timelines, milestones, and resource plans based on project scope and contract requirements.
• Support tender planning and pre-contract scheduling when required.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor site and fabrication progress against approved schedules.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, including S-curves, manpower histograms, and dashboards.
• Identify critical path activities and monitor high-risk tasks.
• Analyze delays and propose recovery plans or mitigation strategies.

Coordination

• Coordinate with project managers, design team, procurement, factory, and site teams for progress updates.
• Attend progress meetings with clients, consultants, and main contractors.
• Ensure schedule updates reflect actual project status and site progress.

Claims & Delay Analysis

• Assist in Extension of Time (EOT) preparation and delay analysis.
• Prepare impact analysis reports related to project delays or changes.
• Support commercial and project teams with planning-related documentation.

Documentation & Control

• Maintain planning records, schedule revisions, and project tracking logs.
• Ensure projects are aligned with contractual milestones and deadlines.
• Support project teams in resource planning and forecasting.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 3–8 years of experience in façade, aluminum, curtain wall, cladding, or glazing projects.
• Strong knowledge of façade systems such as curtain wall, unitized systems, skylights, louvers, and ACP cladding.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with fabrication teams and site installation teams.
• Familiarity with UAE construction projects, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple project schedules simultaneously.
• UAE experience is mandatory.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person