Planning Engineer - Qatar Construction Company

Qatar Construction Company (QCON) and similar large contractors (including L&T and other multinationals operating in Qatar) regularly hire labor positions — from site laborers and mechanics to equipment operators — for infrastructure and building projects.

A Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling construction project schedules to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

They are one of the most important roles in large construction projects in Qatar.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Scheduling

Develop detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 / MS Project

Prepare baseline programs, work sequences, and milestones

Update schedules based on site progress

2. Progress Monitoring

Track daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress

Compare actual progress vs planned schedule

Identify delays and critical path activities

3. Delay Analysis & Reporting

Analyze project delays and causes (client, contractor, weather, resources)

Prepare EOT (Extension of Time) claims

Create recovery schedules to fix delays

4. Coordination

Work closely with site engineers, project managers, and subcontractors

Coordinate with procurement and construction teams

Attend project progress meetings

5. Reporting

Prepare:

Weekly progress reports

Monthly dashboards

S-curves and productivity reports

Present updates to clients and management

6. Resource & Cost Support

Assist in manpower and equipment planning

Support cost control and cash flow tracking

Monitor productivity rates on site

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

3–10+ years experience in construction planning

Strong knowledge of:

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel (advanced reporting)

Experience in Qatar construction or GCC projects preferred

Understanding of construction methods and sequencing

Pay: From QAR10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person