Lead Planning Engineer

Sisco Jobs; Abu Dhabi, Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in construction in Dubai seeks a Lead Planning Engineer to oversee planning and scheduling for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in the Middle East, proficiency in planning software, and strong coordination skills. This role involves developing project schedules, preparing execution plans, and ensuring compliance with management standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Planning Engineer in Construction or Oil & Gas.
• Proficient in project management and planning software.
• Strong knowledge of work breakdown structure and earned value management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and control project schedules.
• Prepare execution plans and allocate resources.
• Coordinate with teams for accurate schedule updates.
• Perform critical path analysis and forecast delays.
• Prepare progress reports including variance analysis.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Project controls knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Project Management

Job description

Job Title : Lead Planning Engineer

Location : Dubai

Experience : 5+ Years

Salary : Depends upon Experience Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Planning Engineer to oversee project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for large-scale construction and oil & gas projects. The ideal candidate will ensure that all projects are executed efficiently, meeting cost, time, and quality objectives. This role requires extensive experience in planning methodologies, project control tools, and strong coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop, monitor, and control project schedules, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.

Prepare detailed project execution plans, resource allocation, and progress measurement systems.

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and site teams to ensure accurate schedule updates.

Perform critical path analysis and forecast project delays or risks with mitigation strategies.

Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, including variance analysis and recovery plans.

Integrate cost and schedule data to support project control and performance tracking.

Ensure compliance with project management standards, contractual requirements, and client specifications.

Lead planning meetings and provide expert advice to management on schedule optimization.

Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to align their schedules with the overall project plan.

Support claims and extension of time (EOT) submissions with accurate schedule analysis and documentation.

Essential Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical).

Master’s Degree in Project Management or equivalent certification (desirable).

Minimum 7 years of experience as a Planning Engineer in the Middle East within Construction and / or Oil & Gas industries.

Skills Required :

Proficiency in project management and planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project).

Strong knowledge of project controls, work breakdown structure (WBS), and earned value management (EVM).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Strong communication and coordination skills to liaise with multi-disciplinary teams.

Ability to prepare accurate reports, presentations, and documentation for senior management.

Understanding of contractual terms, claims, and project risk management.