Lead Planning Engineer

Alert International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Direct employment contract

Job summary

Alert International is seeking a Lead Planning Engineer for an onshore oil & gas EPC project in the UAE. You will lead the project master schedule, coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams, and manage critical path analyses to ensure alignment with completion targets.

The role requires 12+ years in EPC planning, ADNOC experience preferred, and proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, and 3D review tools. Strong leadership and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering; PMP/PSP a plus.
• 12+ years in EPC planning & scheduling, including detailed engineering.
• UAE/GCC onshore oil & gas experience preferred. ADNOC project experience/approval highly desirable. Background with major firms (Wood, Kent, Worley, Penspen) preferred.
• Required docs: attested degree, experience letters, certificates, passport copy.
• Valid CICPA/security pass required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning team and develop the project master schedule and baseline (Level 1 to Level 4).
• Develop and update engineering, procurement and construction schedules with the discipline leads.
• Carry out critical path analysis, resource levelling and what-if analysis.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, S-curves and look-ahead schedules.
• Measure progress using the approved rules of credit. Report delays and propose recovery plans.
• Review subcontractor and vendor schedules for alignment with the master schedule.
• Support the Project Control Manager in client schedule reviews and claims analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

Problem solving

English communication

ADNOC standards

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera P6

3D review tools

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering

PMP or PSP

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera P6

3D review tools

Job description

Job description

Description

This role will lead project planning and controls by translating project scope into an integrated, baseline controlled master schedule. Collaborates closely with discipline leads across engineering, procurement, subcontracts, and construction to ensure alignment with overall completion targets.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning team and develop the project master schedule and baseline (Level 1 to Level 4).
• Develop and update engineering, procurement and construction schedules with the discipline leads.
• Carry out critical path analysis, resource levelling and what-if analysis.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, S-curves and look-ahead schedules.
• Measure progress using the approved rules of credit. Report delays and propose recovery plans.
• Review subcontractor and vendor schedules for alignment with the master schedule.
• Support the Project Control Manager in client schedule reviews and claims analysis.

Skills

What we offer

Your salary is tax free! You will have the opportunity to expand your network and be a part of a dynamic and growing company. Our client offers a direct employment contract, competitive salary package, and other benefits as per UAE Labor Law.

Who you are

You are a Lead Planning Engineer on an onshore oil & gas EPC project, responsible for schedule management, progress measurement, and critical path control.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team management, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• ADNOC: CV in ADNOC format for key personnel approval; previous approval in a similar role is an advantage.
• Proven work on ADNOC projects with knowledge of ADNOC standards and procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, and 3D review tools.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Good written and verbal English communication.

Education & Qualifications:

• Degree/diploma in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering; PMP/PSP a plus.
• 12+ years in EPC planning & scheduling, including detailed engineering.
• UAE/GCC onshore oil & gas experience preferred. ADNOC project experience/approval highly desirable. Background with major firms (Wood, Kent, Worley, Penspen) preferred.
• Required docs: attested degree, experience letters, certificates, passport copy.
• Valid CICPA/security pass required.