Construction Planning Engineer - Al Futtaim - Dubai, UAE

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 178,560 - 234,360; Full time

Job summary

AlFuttaim in Dubai is looking for a Construction Planning Engineer to coordinate and monitor construction activities, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in construction management roles.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to major engineering projects within a collaborative culture focused on quality and innovation. Join AlFuttaim for strong professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience, including 5 years in direct site management roles.
• Strong understanding of construction workflows and multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Experience interacting with clients and contractors in construction settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and review construction program progress.
• Determine resource requirements for upcoming works.
• Conduct progress meetings with subcontractors and ensure they have required information.
• Ensure construction activities comply with drawings and specifications.
• Support operational objectives for assigned contract or project.

Skills

Construction planning and scheduling

Site coordination and subcontractor management

Resource forecasting and allocation

Progress tracking and reporting

Contract compliance and technical review

Safety, quality, and environmental compliance

Risk identification and mitigation

Client and stakeholder communication

Material planning and cost monitoring

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

This Construction Planning Engineer role at Al Futtaim in Dubai focuses on planning, coordinating, and monitoring construction activities to ensure projects progress according to schedule, budget, and quality standards. The position supports site operations by tracking progress, forecasting resource needs, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring all work aligns with contract requirements and project timelines.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Engineering
• Function: Project Management
• Salary: 16000-21000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and review construction program progress, implementing corrective actions when needed
• Determine resource requirements for upcoming works, including personnel forecasting
• Conduct progress meetings with subcontractors and ensure they have required information and resources
• Ensure construction activities comply with drawings, specifications, employer requirements, and contractor proposals
• Manage assigned areas of responsibility, including deliverables, risks, and progress reporting
• Support operational objectives for the assigned contract or project
• Contribute to planning activities with a timeline of six months to one year
• Operate within agreed management and operational guidelines
• Interact with clients and end-users regarding specific work tasks and deliverables
• Manage and coordinate the work of others to meet deadlines and quality targets
• Deliver work according to defined project milestones while handling tasks ranging from routine to complex
• Adhere to safety, quality, and environmental procedures in line with AFC standards
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance construction processes
• Schedule material deliveries in accordance with project timelines
• Support commercial functions by monitoring preliminary project costs versus actual spending
• Ensure productivity targets are achieved and material wastage is minimized
• Track, monitor, and report on project progress against agreed programs

Ideal Profile

• Strong planning, coordination, and project monitoring abilities
• Ability to manage complexity and interact effectively with subcontractors and clients
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead discussions and ensure alignment
• High attention to detail with commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Capable of managing multi-trade coordination and time-sensitive tasks

Skills Set

• Construction planning and scheduling
• Site coordination and subcontractor management
• Resource forecasting and allocation
• Progress tracking and reporting
• Contract compliance and technical review
• Safety, quality, and environmental compliance
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Client and stakeholder communication
• Material planning and cost monitoring
• Continuous improvement mindset

What Qualifies You for the Role

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Experience interacting with clients and contractors in construction settings
• Minimum 8 years of experience, including at least 5 years in direct site management roles
• Strong understanding of construction workflows, planning, and multi-disciplinary coordination

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to contribute to major engineering projects across the GCC
• Work within a leading engineering and technologies organization with strong project pipelines
• Collaborative work culture focused on quality, efficiency, and innovation
• Exposure to large-scale MEP, civil, and infrastructure developments
• Strong professional growth opportunities within Al Futtaim Engineering & Technologies