Planning Engineer

M I R A L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

High-profile projects

Career growth opportunities

Professional and collaborative work环境

Performance-based advancement

Job summary

MIRAL.LLC in Dubai seeks a Planning Engineer to develop and manage project schedules, track progress, and coordinate with PMs, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. Strong focus on Primavera P6 and timely delivery.

The candidate will analyze performance, identify risks, and prepare weekly/monthly reports, ensuring projects stay on time and on budget in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years UAE experience as Planning Engineer.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is mandatory; MS Project and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and maintain project schedules and work programs.
• Monitor project progress against baselines and milestones.
• Analyze project performance and identify risks, delays, and corrective actions.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management and clients.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure timelines are met.
• Conduct critical path analysis and resource planning.
• Review project scope, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Assist in extension of time (EOT) claims preparation and evaluation.
• Track procurement, engineering, and construction activities to ensure alignment with schedules.
• Generate look-ahead schedules and recovery plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with planning requirements.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

Progress monitoring

Risk analysis

Stakeholder coordination

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management background

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Planning Engineer to join our growing team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of UAE experience in project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting within the construction industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing project schedules, tracking progress, identifying potential delays, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in planning software, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and maintain project schedules and work programs
• Monitor project progress against approved baselines and milestones
• Analyze project performance and identify risks, delays, and corrective actions
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management and clients
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure project timelines are achieved
• Conduct critical path analysis and resource planning
• Review project scope, schedules, and resource requirements
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of extension of time (EOT) claims
• Track procurement, engineering, and construction activities to ensure alignment with project schedules
• Generate look-ahead schedules and recovery plans when required
• Ensure compliance with company and client planning requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of UAE experience as a Planning Engineer
• Strong experience in construction, fit-out, infrastructure, or building projects
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is mandatory
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, and project reporting tools is preferred
• Experience working on large-scale commercial, residential, hospitality, or infrastructure projects in the UAE
• Knowledge of contractual planning requirements and claims management
• PMP certification or Primavera certification is an advantage
• Strong understanding of project planning methodologies, scheduling techniques, and resource management
• Experience in project monitoring, delay analysis, and progress reporting
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project schedules simultaneously
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Performance-based advancement opportunities