Senior MEP Planning Engineer – Primavera & Risk Mitigation

Dutco Construction Co. (L.L.C); Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutco Construction Co. (L.L.C) in Dubai seeks an experienced MEP Planning Engineer to develop and monitor detailed schedules for MEP works, coordinating with project teams to align with Abu Dhabi regulatory requirements and approvals.

The role emphasizes Primavera P6 proficiency, baseline program preparation, critical path analysis, and progress reporting to support timely decision‑making and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5–10 years of UAE MEP planning experience.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects.
• Knowledge of UAE standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed MEP schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent.
• Prepare baseline programs aligned with overall project timelines.
• Monitor progress and highlight delays and risks.
• Conduct critical-path analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare recovery plans and revised schedules when required.
• Coordinate with MEP engineering, procurement and construction teams.
• Align MEP schedules with civil and architectural activities.
• Support project management in decision‑making using planning data.
• Liaise with subcontractors to track performance and progress.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, including earned‑value analysis.
• Provide delay analysis, extension‑of‑time (EOT) claims and mitigation strategies.
• Present planning updates to stakeholders and senior management.

Skills

Coordination with project teams

Stakeholder management

Risk awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Dutco Construction Co. (L.L.C) in Dubai seeks an experienced MEP Planning Engineer to develop and monitor detailed schedules for MEP works, coordinating with project teams to align with Abu Dhabi regulatory requirements and approvals.

The role emphasizes Primavera P6 proficiency, baseline program preparation, critical path analysis, and progress reporting to support timely decision‑making and project delivery.