Senior Planning Engineer – Expo Projects

Job Title: Senior Planning Engineer – Expo Projects

Location: Dubai UAE
Department: Project Management / Project Controls
Reports to: Project Manager / Project Controls Manager

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Engineer with a strong background in Expo projects. The role involves planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling all project activities to ensure timely delivery while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules for Expo projects using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Monitor and track project progress against approved baselines, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct delay analysis, resource planning, and schedule optimization.
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and client review.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure alignment of project milestones and deliverables.
• Mentor and guide junior planning engineers and project team members.
• Participate in project review meetings, workshops, and progress updates.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Construction, or related Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer / Senior Planning Engineer in Expo or large-scale event construction projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and project controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Experience:

• Minimum 8–10 years of planning experience in consultancy or event-related projects.
• Experience with Expo projects or large-scale event infrastructure projects is required.

Key Competencies:

• Advanced scheduling and forecasting skills
• Delay analysis and recovery planning
• Risk management and mitigation
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Strong client interaction and reporting

Job Type: Full-time