Mission-Critical Planning Engineer | Primavera P6 Expert

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist seeks a Planning Engineer / Project Planner for a mission-critical construction project in Abu Dhabi. You will develop, monitor and control detailed schedules, coordinating with engineering, procurement and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery of complex structures.

The role emphasizes critical path analysis, delay assessment and recovery programmes, with a strong focus on progress reporting and look-ahead planning in a demanding Abu Dhabi environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years on major building/structural projects.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Experience with critical path analysis and recovery programmes.
• UAE/GCC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and schedule risks.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Conduct critical path analysis and recommend recovery plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams for updates.
• Track milestones, deliverables and overall progress.
• Prepare look-ahead programmes and provide planning updates.
• Support management with planning and reporting.
• Assist with delay analysis, EOT claims and recovery programmes.
• Monitor sequencing and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Highlight risks and recommend corrective actions to meet timelines.

Skills

Primavera P6

Project planning

Critical path analysis

Delay analysis

Progress reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Job description

Brainstorm Headhunting Specialist seeks a Planning Engineer / Project Planner for a mission-critical construction project in Abu Dhabi. You will develop, monitor and control detailed schedules, coordinating with engineering, procurement and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery of complex structures.

The role emphasizes critical path analysis, delay assessment and recovery programmes, with a strong focus on progress reporting and look-ahead planning in a demanding Abu Dhabi environment.