Lead Planner

Archirodon Construction (Overseas) Company limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Archirodon Construction (Overseas) Company limited seeks an experienced planner to supervise and coordinate all planning activities on large EPC projects. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in construction, especially on projects exceeding US$100M.

You will prepare schedules, review updates, and ensure effective communication with project teams. Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential, along with strong analytical and reporting skills. Join us to contribute to some of the most significant projects in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in construction industry.
• Experience with EPC Projects over US$100M is essential.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Contract Baseline Schedule and coordinate with Project Team.
• Review project schedule updates and coordinate progress.
• Liaise with Project Controls Manager for reporting.

Skills

Planning

Delay analysis

Schedule risk analysis

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Report writing

Education

University degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Role Summary

Reporting to Lead Planner you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating all Planning activities either performed directly or through sub-contractors in accordance with the schedule.

What you will need to do

• Prepare Contract Baseline Schedule and/or Revised Schedules in coordination with the Project Team for Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning phases of the EPC Project.
• Assist the Lead Planner at project start in the preparation of all reports and/or registers to assure the implementation of the following procedures: Control of Planning, Scheduling, Progress Measurement, Reporting.
• Review the project schedule updates done by the planner and liaise/coordinate with different project teams to maintain proper progress recording and monitoring of the project schedule.
• In coordination with the Project Controls Manager highlight deviations and delays from the approved plan and participate in the preparation of claims, extensions of time using the appropriate delay analysis method.
• Liaise and assist the Project Controls Manager in preparing weekly/monthly reports, budget preparation and maintain proper project planning records.
• Participate in periodic site meetings to elaborate the project schedule and progress status, record any suggested changes or deviations from the plan and advise on their effect on the overall schedule.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

What you will need to have

• University degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in the construction industry at a similar level, with involvement in the Construction phase.
• Experience in EPC Projects above US$ 100M with ADNOC (or equivalent) with direct involvement in Construction is essential.
• Previous employment with leading EPC contractors is highly preferable.
• Capability to perform under stressful situations.
• Substantial planning, delay analysis, and schedule risk analysis experience.
• Experience in engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and schedule quality compliance.

You are someone who

• Organized, committed and hard worker.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player with high attention to detail.
• Analytical thinker.
• Result-driven person combined with problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.