Senior Planning Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Planning Engineer – Construction

Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Type:

Full-Time | Site-Based | Immediate Hiring

Company Overview:

We are a leading construction contracting company specializing in high-rise residential and mixed-use developments across the UAE. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the successful planning, monitoring, and execution of our ongoing and upcoming projects.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for the overall project scheduling, progress monitoring, and coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery. Your tasks will include:

Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and update detailed baseline programs using Primavera P6 or similar tools.
• Prepare WBS (Work Breakdown Structures), activity coding, and resource loading.
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to obtain planning inputs.
• Establish short-term lookahead schedules (weekly/monthly) in alignment with the baseline.
• Integrate procurement, shop drawings, and material delivery schedules into the master program.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting:

• Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports with EVM (Earned Value Management) analysis.
• Monitor project milestones, critical paths, and float.
• Conduct delay analysis, identify bottlenecks, and recommend mitigation measures.
• Compare actual progress with planned schedule, analyse variances, and update programs accordingly.

Claims & Variations Support:

• Assist in EOT (Extension of Time) claims preparation with supporting documents and delay events analysis.
• Collaborate with QS and Contracts teams on delay impact assessments and concurrent delays.
• Maintain records of events affecting project progress for claim justifications.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Attend meetings with consultants, clients, and authorities to present project status and schedule updates.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, and HSE departments for integrated planning.
• Ensure alignment of subcontractor schedules with main program and project milestones.

Tools & Systems:

• Strong knowledge and usage of Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI dashboards.
• Familiarity with Aconex, ERP platforms, and standard reporting templates.
• Maintain S-curves, manpower histograms, and productivity tracking sheets.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in planning for major construction projects (UAE experience preferred).
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Excel (advanced level), and MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, construction sequences, and authority approvals.
• Familiarity with Dubai regulations (Trakhees, Nakheel, DM, JAFZA, etc.) is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
• PMP certification or PMI-SP is an added advantage.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package (based on experience).
• Long-term career development.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Exposure to prestigious construction projects.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are invited to submit their CV along with a recent project portfolio.
Email : job.occ.dxb@gmail.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per month