Planning Engineer (Sewerage System)

Stantec; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Dubai is looking for a skilled Planning Engineer to develop execution plans and monitor project timelines. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant civil engineering degree and possess over ten years of experience in construction programming. Key responsibilities include setting project targets, estimating costs, and providing detailed progress reports. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on significant projects in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience in design and construction planning.
• Strong knowledge in programming and monitoring project timelines.
• Ability to analyze field results and report discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Project execution plan considering engineering techniques.
• Set activity targets and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports.

Skills

Project execution planning

Milestone sequencing

Cost estimation

Monitoring work progress

Using Primavera software

Education

Relevant degree in civil engineering

Tools

Primavera

Job description

Job Description

The Planning Engineer “in association with the resident engineer” shall develop the Project execution plan considering appropriate engineering techniques and milestone sequences for the Project. He will set targets for activities based on each project activity and ensure they meet DM’s specifications and requirements.

Planning engineers shall estimate timescales and costs using specialized design software packages (Primavera). One of the major roles is to monitor “day‑to‑day” work progress for the Project and provide accurate weekly and monthly reports by swiftly communicating potential progress delays or project slippages. Tracking and analysing field results is another key responsibility. Planning engineers continually compare planned and actual progress and report any differences to their lead project manager. They also study the impact of alternative approaches.

Qualifications

The Planning Engineer must have a relevant degree from a recognised university and a civil engineering background with knowledge and work experience of not less than ten years in design and construction programming/planning of similar projects.