Planning Engineer

Liju; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Liju is seeking a skilled Planning Engineer in Dubai, UAE, to develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and over 5 years of experience in the construction sector.

Key responsibilities include optimizing productivity, collaborating with project managers to mitigate risks, and preparing progress reports for stakeholders. Competitive candidates will hold additional certifications like PMI-SP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is essential.
• 5+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using software tools.
• Conduct resource allocation analysis to optimize productivity.
• Collaborate with project managers to identify risks.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Risk management

Resource allocation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using software tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deadlines.
• Conduct resource allocation analysis to optimize productivity and minimize delays, adjusting schedules as necessary based on ongoing project developments.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget.
• Prepare detailed progress reports and presentations for stakeholders, highlighting key performance indicators and potential bottlenecks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is essential.
• 5+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction or engineering sectors is preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools is a must.
• Certification as a Planning Engineer (e.g., PMI-SP or equivalent) is a strong advantage.