Senior Planner: Strategic Scheduling & Risk Lead

KBR; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and consultancy firm based in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Planner. The role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating projects, with responsibilities including the preparation and maintenance of project schedules and conducting critical path analyses. Candidates must have at least 15 years of experience, with a strong command of Primavera P6 and Power BI. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous. This position is primarily office-based in Dubai but may require travel to Iraq.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant experience.
• 8 years of experience in the role projects.
• 5 years of regional experience.
• Sound knowledge of engineering and commercial aspects.
• Experience with risk management techniques.
• Excellent report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule project timelines.
• Prepare project work breakdown structure.
• Coordinate with Package Managers and Contractors.
• Analyze and report on schedules and progress.
• Perform critical path analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Strong interpersonal skills

Commercial awareness

Planning & organising

Fluency in English

Arabic speaking

Education

BSc in construction management or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

A leading technology and consultancy firm based in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Planner. The role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating projects, with responsibilities including the preparation and maintenance of project schedules and conducting critical path analyses. Candidates must have at least 15 years of experience, with a strong command of Primavera P6 and Power BI. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous. This position is primarily office-based in Dubai but may require travel to Iraq.