JOB TITLE |
PLANNING ENGINEER |
NATURE OF JOB |
FULL TIME |
INDUSTRY |
CONSTRUCTION |
SALARY |
ATTRACTIVE & NEGOTIABLE COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE |
JOB LOCATION |
ABU DHABI, UAE |
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Planning & Scheduling
- Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Define project work breakdown structure (WBS), activities, durations, milestones, and critical paths.
- Integrate planning with cost and resource control systems for effective project monitoring.
Progress Monitoring & Reporting
- Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule and identify deviations.
- Coordinate with site teams and project managers to gather real-time updates on performance.
- Prepare and present comprehensive project reports, including S-curves, progress updates, delay analysis, look-ahead plans, and recovery schedules.
Cost & Resource Planning
- Plan and load project resources (labor, equipment, and materials) in the schedule.
- Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates.
- Monitor resource utilization and update forecasts accordingly.
Coordination & Communication
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align the schedule with the project execution plan.
- Attend internal and external meetings to represent planning and project control aspects.
- Coordinate with quantity surveyors and procurement teams for input on materials and costs.
Change Management & Risk Analysis
- Evaluate schedule impacts due to changes or variations and provide mitigation strategies.
- Participate in risk assessment and assist in contingency planning.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required)
- Minimum of 4–6 years of planning experience in the construction industry. Experience in marine construction (e.g., quay walls, dredging, reclamation) is an advantage
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
- Strong understanding of cost control, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and project control metrics
- MS Excel and report preparation proficiency
HOW TO APPLY
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.