Planning Engineer – Interior Fit-Out

Careers International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed interior fit-out company in Dubai is looking for a Planning Engineer with 3-4 years of UAE experience in project planning. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, coordinating with teams, and ensuring timely delivery of multiple concurrent projects. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of UAE experience in project planning within the interior fit-out industry.
• Strong command of project management tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Coordinate with project managers and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor progress and prepare status reports highlighting risks or delays.

Skills

Project planning

Coordination

Resource allocation

Communication

Reporting skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Planning Engineer for a reputed Interior Fit‑Out company based in the UAE. The ideal candidate should have 3‑4 years of proven experience in project planning within the interior fit-out industry and must be capable of managing timelines coordinating with project teams and ensuring the smooth execution of multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors and procurement teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Monitor daily/weekly progress and prepare status reports highlighting any risks, delays or deviations.
• Plan resources, materials and manpower in alignment with project deadlines.
• Review project drawings and BOQs to align planning output with site requirements.
• Track variations and update schedules accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with project timelines, quality standards and client requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 3‑4 years of UAE experience in project planning within the interior fit‑out industry.
• Strong command of Primavera P6, MS Project and Excel.
• Good knowledge of construction workflow, material sequencing and resource allocation.
• Strong communication, coordination and reporting skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure.
• Immediate availability is an advantage.