Planning Engineer

Otis; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a Planning Engineer to manage construction project scheduling. In this role, you will develop project schedules using Primavera tools, coordinate with stakeholders, and monitor progress to ensure timely execution. The ideal candidate has 6-8 years of experience in construction planning, holds a degree in Civil Engineering, and possesses excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Employee Scholar Program

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in construction planning for building projects.
• PMP / PMI-SP / CIOB certification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Baseline program with resource loaded in Primavera P6.
• Assist project team to develop and maintain periodic status reports.
• Maintain the Projects log regularly.
• Analyze critical path and constraints to determine effects of changes to the schedule.
• Prepare and submit EOT claims.

Skills

Construction project sequencing

Utilizing Primavera planning tools

Excellent communication skills in English

Ability to multitask

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Date Posted:

Country:

United Arab Emirates

Location:

Otis L.L.C 37th floor The One Tower Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai United Arab Emirates

Role Overview:

As a Planning Engineer based in Dubai and reporting to the Gulf Planning Manager you will be well-versed in construction project sequencing and proficient in utilizing Primavera planning tools. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining project schedules coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure timely execution analyzing project sequences for optimization. Additionally you will play a key role in monitoring progress identifying potential delays and providing strategic recommendations to mitigate any schedule impacts and submission of contractual letters to Contractor with Extension of time claim using Primavera Planning Tool.

On a typical day you will:

• 1. Prepare the Baseline program with resource loaded in Primavera P6. (Oracle Primavera Cloud will be added advantage)
• 2. Assist project team to develop and maintain periodic status reports to keep management informed on project progress.
• 3. Maintain the Projects log on regular basis.
• the resource forecast for the year and update regularly.
• with project team and project managers to understand scope of work and update detailed schedules cost information and identification of variances from original plan.
• 6. Analyze critical path and constraints to determine effect of changes to schedule and recommend work-around.
• 7. Suggest management of risks affecting project schedules and interfaces.
• 8. Understand the Contract terms and issue the delay letters to Contractor accordingly.
• 9. Prepare and submit EOT claims.
• 10. Keep the records of the projects for program updates.
• 11. Any miscellaneous support to the Site team.

What You Will Need to be Successful:

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in construction planning for building projects
• Degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering discipline
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Proficiency in Primavera (Oracle Primavera Cloud experience is an added advantage) and Microsoft Office applications
• Additional advantage: PMP / PMI-SP / CIOB certification
• Ability to multitask work effectively in a team self-motivated and demonstrate long-term commitment

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