Planning Engineer

Nxdt; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Nxdt, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is seeking an experienced planner for ELV and ICT projects. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in the UAE, demonstrating proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced Excel skills. Responsibilities include developing detailed schedules, preparing progress reports, and coordinating with stakeholders. This role requires strong knowledge of ELV systems and excellent analytical skills. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering field.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of planning experience in ELV/ICT projects within the UAE.
• Experience in resource loading including manpower and cost.
• Familiarity with MEP coordination and cross-disciplinary scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules for ELV & ICT scope aligned with the contractor's baseline program.
• Load resources such as manpower, materials, and costs into schedules for resource-loaded planning.
• Prepare and present progress reports and dashboards using Excel and project management tools.

Skills

Planning experience in ELV/ICT projects

Proficient in Primavera P6

Advanced Excel skills

Strong knowledge of ELV systems

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/22/2026

Responsibilities

• Developand maintain detailed schedules for ELV & ICT scope aligned with the maincontractor’s baseline program (Primavera P6).
• Loadresources such as manpower, materials, and costs into schedules forresource-loaded planning.
• Prepareand present progress reports, efficiency analyses, and dashboards using Exceland project management tools.
• Monitoractual progress, update schedules regularly, and prepare latest forecastsreflecting project realities.
• CoordinateELV/ICT works with MEP, civil, and architectural activities to ensure smoothworkflow.
• Supportthe preparation and submission of Extension of Time (EOT) claims, includingdelay analysis and documentation.
• Analyzeschedule variances, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions tomanagement.
• Assistin procurement scheduling and ensure alignment with construction milestones.
• Providedetailed reporting for internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Excellentcommunication and stakeholder management.
• Proficientin project documentation and reporting.
• Commercialawareness and contract management knowledge.
• Demonstrated resilience and efficiency inhigh-pressure environments with aggressive timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’sDegree in Electrical, Electronics, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5–8years of planning experience in ELV/ICT projects within the UAE.
• Proficientin Primavera P6, MS Project, and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas,charts).
• Experiencein resource loading including manpower and cost.
• Strongknowledge of ELV systems (CCTV, Access Control, BMS, PA, Structured Cabling).
• Familiaritywith MEP coordination and cross-disciplinary scheduling.
• Well-versedin EOT processes and schedule updating for forecast accuracy.
• Experienceon UAE government or infrastructure projects.
• Excellentanalytical and communication skills.