Planning Engineer (Civil)

Careers International; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers International in Sharjah is seeking a skilled Planning Engineer to lead project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for construction projects. You will develop detailed schedules using Primavera P6, create WBS, and track milestones to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and at least 5 years of UAE experience in construction planning, with proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years UAE experience in construction planning.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Establish work breakdown structures (WBS) and define logical relationships among tasks.
• Identify project milestones, deliverables, and key deadlines.
• Monitor project timelines and actual progress against baseline schedules.
• Conduct critical path analysis (CPA) and recommend corrective actions for delays.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.
• Plan and optimize the allocation of resources (labor, materials, and equipment).
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Assist in budgeting and cost tracking in collaboration with the cost control team.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to UAE construction regulations, safety guidelines, and company policies.
• Support contract and claim management processes.
• Liaise with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Attend coordination meetings and provide planning inputs to all stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to planning, scheduling, and progress tracking.
• Conduct feasibility studies and support the preparation of cost estimates.
• Contribute to the organization’s continuous improvement and quality enhancement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and performance excellence.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Communication

Coordination

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Planning Engineer to join our construction team in Sharjah. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in project planning, scheduling, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely project delivery while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software
• Establish work breakdown structures (WBS) and define logical relationships among tasks
• Identify project milestones, deliverables, and key deadlines

Progress Monitoring & Control

• Monitor project timelines and actual progress against baseline schedules
• Conduct critical path analysis (CPA) and recommend corrective actions for delays
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports

Resource & Cost Management

• Plan and optimize the allocation of resources (labor, materials, and equipment)
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability
• Assist in budgeting and cost tracking in collaboration with the cost control team

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to UAE construction regulations, safety guidelines, and company policies
• Support contract and claim management processes

Coordination & Reporting

• Liaise with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and consultants
• Attend coordination meetings and provide planning inputs to all stakeholders
• Maintain accurate documentation related to planning, scheduling, and progress tracking

Other Contributions

• Conduct feasibility studies and support the preparation of cost estimates
• Contribute to the organization’s continuous improvement and quality enhancement initiatives
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and performance excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in construction planning
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Solid knowledge of project life cycles, construction methodologies, and UAE regulations
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and adapt to fast-paced environments