Planning Engineer

Groupl; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dubai is looking for an experienced Project Planner to join their team. The successful candidate should have over 7 years of experience in project planning and be proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Responsibilities include developing and managing project schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with planning standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication. Locals available for immediate joining are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 7 years of proven experience in project planning.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients for alignment with timelines.
• Analyze project progress and prepare reports on project status.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Planner to join our dynamic construction team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project planning and scheduling with hands‑on experience using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. You will play a key role in ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of complex projects across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment with timelines and deliverables.
• Analyze project progress and prepare reports on project status.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and maintain planning documentation including work breakdown structures, resource loading, and critical path analysis.
• Ensure compliance with project planning standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of proven experience in project planning.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Must be locally available for an in‑person interview.
• Must be available to join immediately.