Dubai Interior Fit-Out Planning Lead

Tanqeeb

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Tanqeeb in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced interior fit-out planning professional responsible for developing, monitoring, and optimizing project schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring that all interior fit-out works—from design to handover—are executed efficiently.

You will lead planning using Primavera P6 or MS Project, coordinate with designers, MEP teams, and contractors, review drawings, manage authority approvals with Dubai authorities, forecast resources, monitor progress,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Engineering, or related field.
  • 3–7 years of experience in interior fit-out planning (Dubai/GCC experience preferred).
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools.
  • Strong understanding of interior fit-out materials, methods, and sequencing.
  • Knowledge of UAE building codes and authority approval processes.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple fast-track projects.

Responsibilities

  • Project Planning & Scheduling — Develop detailed project schedules using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project, covering design, procurement, approvals, site works, and handover phases.
  • Fit-Out Coordination — Coordinate with designers, MEP teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all activities align with the project timeline.
  • Progress Monitoring — Track daily/weekly progress, identify delays, and propose recovery plans to keep the project on schedule.
  • Technical Review — Review drawings, material submittals, and shop drawings to ensure compatibility with the project plan and sequencing.
  • Authority Approvals — Coordinate timelines for approvals with Dubai authorities (Dubai Municipality, DCD, DEWA, etc.).
  • Resource Planning — Forecast manpower, materials, and equipment needs to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Risk Management — Identify potential risks and bottlenecks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Reporting — Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and look-ahead schedules for management and clients.
  • Quality & Safety Alignment — Ensure planned activities comply with quality standards and HSE requirements.
  • Handover Coordination — Plan testing, commissioning, snagging, and final handover activities.

Skills

Project scheduling
Communication
Problem solving
Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Interior Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6
MS Project

Job description

Tanqeeb in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced interior fit-out planning professional responsible for developing, monitoring, and optimizing project schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring that all interior fit-out works—from design to handover—are executed efficiently.

You will lead planning using Primavera P6 or MS Project, coordinate with designers, MEP teams, and contractors, review drawings, manage authority approvals with Dubai authorities, forecast resources, monitor progress,

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