Principal Planner - EPCIC Projects

Aldar Education; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 290,160 - 401,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth within a global engineering organization

Exposure to large‑scale EPCIC project environments

Job summary

Aldar Education is looking for a Principal Planner for EPCIC Projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The candidate will drive project performance by managing planning and scheduling functions, ensuring schedule integrity, and supporting decision-making through detailed analysis.

With 10–15 years of experience in oil and gas project planning, the ideal planner will use tools like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project to support complex infrastructure projects. This role offers significant career growth opportunities in a global engineering organization.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in planning and scheduling within oil and gas projects.
• Strong expertise in EPCIC planning and large‑scale project execution.
• Experience in LNG or topside fabrication projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced schedule analysis using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Support project baseline creation and ensure accurate schedule setup.
• Monitor critical paths and coordinate across engineering and procurement.

Skills

Project planning and scheduling

Primavera P6 expertise

Microsoft Project expertise

Schedule analysis

Data analysis and reporting using Excel

Risk assessment

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Role

Principal Planner – EPCIC Projects – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Snapshot

• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Project Management
• Experience: 10–15 years
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: 26,000–36,000

Role Context

This role drives project performance by managing planning and scheduling functions, ensuring schedule integrity, and supporting decision‑making through detailed analysis. It directly impacts project delivery by maintaining control over timelines, resources, and operational coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced schedule analysis using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and related tools.
• Support project baseline creation and ensure accurate schedule setup.
• Conduct detailed schedule quality and integrity checks.
• Validate progress data from project control systems and ensure accuracy.
• Develop and maintain Level3 and Level4 project schedules for EPCIC activities.
• Monitor critical paths and coordinate across engineering, procurement, fabrication, and commissioning phases.
• Produce workforce histograms, progress curves, and performance reports.
• Identify schedule risks and implement recovery strategies.
• Mentor junior planners and provide technical guidance.
• Lead planning initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in planning and scheduling within oil and gas projects.
• Strong expertise in EPCIC planning and large‑scale project execution.
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel.
• Experience in LNG or topside fabrication projects is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Skills Set

• Project planning and scheduling.
• Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project expertise.
• Schedule analysis and critical path management.
• Data analysis and reporting using Excel.
• Risk assessment and schedule optimization.
• Workforce planning and performance tracking.
• Stakeholder coordination and communication.

Why Join Us

• Senior planning role in complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity to influence project timelines and performance.
• Exposure to large‑scale EPCIC project environments.
• Career growth within a global engineering organization.
• High demand for advanced planning expertise in oil and gas.

About the Company

McDermott is a global engineering and construction company delivering integrated solutions across the energy sector. With decades of experience and a strong international presence, the company supports complex offshore and onshore projects while advancing innovation and sustainability in global energy systems.