Projects Planner

RAK PORTS; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An infrastructure company in Ras Al Khaimah is looking for a Projects Planner to oversee major construction projects. This role involves extensive schedule management, stakeholder coordination, and risk analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of planning experience, and proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. Join a collaborative team and contribute to high-impact projects, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative environment

Exposure to diverse projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction project planning (client-side or consultancy preferred).
• Strong understanding of critical path method (CPM) and project management principles.
• PMP certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and produce regular progress reports.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to track resources, timelines, and milestones.

Skills

Project scheduling

Analytical skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

🏗️ Projects Planner

📍 Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

📂 Asset, Infrastructure & Projects

📅 Full-Time | On-Site

RAK Ports is seeking a detail‑oriented and technically strong Projects Planner to support our major construction and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a planning professional who thrives in structured environments, understands complex project lifecycles, and excels at turning large‑scale project data into clear, actionable schedules that keep teams aligned and projects on track.

You’ll own the creation and management of project schedules, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, track progress, ensure quality alignment, and safeguard project timelines across all phases — from feasibility to handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and produce regular progress reports.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to track resources, timelines, and milestones.
• Identify risks, analyse impacts, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support cost forecasting, budget planning, and verification of contractor milestones.
• Lead planning meetings and ensure alignment across all project stakeholders.
• Manage schedule changes, document variations, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Contribute to all project phases — feasibility, tender, design, construction, and handover.

You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in construction project planning (client-side or consultancy preferred)
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of critical path method (CPM) and project management principles
• Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors and multi‑disciplinary teams
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to forecast, identify risks and resolve issues proactively
• Strong reporting, communication and stakeholder management skills
• PMP certification is an advantage

Why Join RAK Ports?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity to shape planning frameworks for high-impact infrastructure projects
• Collaborative environment with clear growth pathways
• Exposure to diverse, fast-paced construction and development projects
• Work with a highly skilled engineering and projects team driving transformation at RAK Ports