Planning Engineer - Infrastructure

Egis; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Waagner Biro Bridge Services in Dubai seeks a qualified Planning Engineer to manage medium to large-scale maintenance, roads and infrastructure construction projects. You will prepare detailed project schedules, track progress, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery within UAE requirements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering with 3+ years in similar UAE projects, strong English, and expertise with Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 3+ years of UAE experience.
• Experience on maintenance, roads and infrastructure projects in UAE.
• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update and monitor project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Prepare cost-loaded, resource-loaded, and KPI reports and recovery plans.
• Coordinate with site teams, procurement and subcontractors to align with baseline schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

About Us

With over 50 years of excellence, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leader in construction engineering across Dubai and the UAE. We specialise in innovative solutions for bridge systems, steel structures, and infrastructure projects, serving both government and private sectors.

Backed by a skilled team of engineers, we handle every stage, from design to construction and maintenance, with precision and quality. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives us to deliver projects that stand the test of time

About the Role

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Planning Engineer to manage medium to large scale Maintenance, Roads and Infrastructure Construction Projectsin Dubai, UAE. The ideal candidate must have bachelor's degree in engineeringwith minimum of 3 years of experience in their discipline with at least 2 years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size and complexity in UAE. Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 3 years. Must have good English language skills and have a strong working knowledge of Authorities procedures and standards mainly in Dubai. The Planning Engineer will be responsible for preparing project schedules and reports, mitigation and/ or revised schedules,tracking progress, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery in compliance with client and authority requirements and etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and monitor detailedproject schedulesusing Primavera P6 as must skills and MS Project as additional skills, covering all construction phases from mobilization to handover.
• Full planning skills in preparationCost loaded Program, Resource loaded Program, Change Log, KPI, EOT'sand..etc.
• Coordinate with site engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with the baseline schedule as well as to identify any major risks along with action plan in line with management directions.
• Preparelook-ahead programs, progress reports, Mitigation plans, crushed plans and recovery plansin case of delays.
• Conduct regularsite visits and any required visitsto verify actual progress against planned timelines in UAE.
• Integrate project milestones and deliverables withAuthorities NOC's approval processes,traffic diversion programs, and authority permits.
• Analyze critical path, float, and resource allocationto optimize project timelines.
• Participate inproject progress meetings and provide presentations updatesto management and client representatives.
• Good knowledge experience indelay analysis(Time Impact Analysis, Window Analysis)andcontractual correspondence.
• Ensure compliance withproject planning guidelinesand coordinate closely with project control teams.
• Maintain and update project documentation, schedules, and reports in coordination with document control.

What do we need from you

• Must have experience in Maintenance, Roads and Infrastructure Construction Projects.
• Bachelor's degree Engineerwith minimum of 3 yearsof experience in their discipline with at least 2years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size in the UAE. Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 3years.
• Proven experience working withsimilar projects, familiar with their procedures, submittals, and reporting formats and etc.
• Advanced knowledge ofPrimavera P6,MS Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project workflows.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must have good English language skills.

What's in it for you?

Planning Engineer position onMaintenance, Roads and Infrastructure. The candidate should ideally have the following experience:

Essential Experience

• 3–5+ years of planning and project controls experience in construction.
• Proven experience with similar projects in UAE.
• Experience preparing and managing:
  • Baseline Programmes
  • Recovery Programmes
  • Revised Programmes
  • Weekly and Monthly Programme Updates
  • Resource and Cost Loaded Schedule
  • Experience preparing planning reports, S-curves, productivity analysis, and KPIs.
• Experience coordinating with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project management teams.

Strong Technical Knowledge

• Infrastructure and Roads construction methodology, including:
  • Earthworks, utilities installation (stormwater, sewer, water supply, and telecommunications), pavement construction, asphalt and concrete works, traffic management, drainage systems, Repairing works for bridge and structural elements, road safety requirements, construction sequencing.
  • Heavy lifting operations
• Understanding of temporary works and structure logistics.

Contractual Knowledge

• FIDIC Contracts.
• Claims.
• Progress measurement and earned value management.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.

• PMP certification (preferred).
• Primavera P6 Professional Certification.
• Experience in UAE projects, particularly withRTA, DMor similar clients.