PLANNING ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Planner in Abu Dhabi with expertise in Primavera P6 and extensive experience in infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a strong background in project controls and scheduling techniques. This role demands immediate availability and excellent communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 7 years of total experience, with at least 5 years in the UAE.
• Experience in consultancy firms on infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project controls and CPM.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project progress and prepare detailed reports.
• Develop and manage baseline schedules and recovery plans.

Skills

Project monitoring

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Monitor project progress and prepare detailed reports including earned value analysis (EVA) S-curve and productivity metrics.
• Develop and manage baseline schedules recovery plans and revised programs as required.
• Review contractor schedules and monitor their compliance with the baseline.
• Interface with project managers consultants and contractors to ensure coordination and alignment with project timelines.
• Identify schedule impacts due to variations delays or other changes and provide mitigation strategies.
• Assist in preparing delay analysis reports and extension of time (EOT) claims.
• Conduct risk analysis and recommend corrective actions to maintain project schedule.
• Participate in progress meetings and present planning updates to stakeholders.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of total experience with at least 5 years in the UAE.
• Proven experience working with consultancy firms in the GCC on infrastructure building or mixed-use projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 MS Project and MS Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of project controls scheduling techniques and critical path method (CPM).
• Excellent communication analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Must be currently in the UAE and available to join immediately.

Vertical:
Engineering