Planning Engineer (Bridge Construction Experience )

Egis; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering firm in Dubai seeks a Planning Engineer to develop and monitor project schedules for bridge construction. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 7–10 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in Primavera P6. Responsibilities include preparing KPIs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with UAE standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of planning experience in bridge construction projects in the UAE.
• Strong proficiency in reporting KPIs and resource loading.
• Knowledge of RTA procedures and standards is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning software.
• Prepare and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor project progress.
• Conduct Risk Analysis, including identification and assessment of project risks.
• Coordinate with teams to update schedule inputs and prepare progress reports.

Skills

KPI reporting

Resource loading

Manpower histograms

Plant/equipment histograms

Risk Analysis (qualitative & quantitative)

Mitigation Plan / POW preparation

Cost loading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules for bridge construction projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, and authority standards. The role includes preparing resource‑loaded schedules, performance KPIs, risk assessments, and mitigation plans to support timely and cost‑effective project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Prepare and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor project progress.
• Create and update resource‑loaded schedules reflecting manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Prepare manpower histograms and plant/equipment histograms.
• Conduct Risk Analysis, including identification, assessment, and quantification of project risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans / Plan of Works (POW) and recovery schedules for delays or risks.
• Perform cost loading and link cost elements with project schedules.
• Monitor progress, highlight variances, analyze critical paths, and propose corrective actions.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams to update schedule inputs.
• Prepare weekly and monthly planning and progress reports for internal and client review.
• Support management in decision‑making through schedule forecasts and risk impact analysis.
• Ensure compliance with UAE project standards and authority requirements (RTA, ADM, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 7–10 years of planning experience, specifically in bridge construction projects in the UAE.
• Expertise in:
• KPI reporting
• Resource loading
• Manpower histograms
• Plant/equipment histograms
• Risk Analysis (qualitative & quantitative)
• Mitigation Plan / POW preparation
• Cost loading
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of RTA procedures and standards is a strong advantage.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and coordination skills.