Senior Planning Engineer

Intechww; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Exposure

Annual Bonus

Learning Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Inclusive Environment

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

INTECH Automation Intelligence is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to lead project monitoring and control for complex EPC initiatives across Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Utilities, and Manufacturing sectors. You will drive integrated scheduling, progress forecasting, and performance analysis using Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.

The role requires 6–10 years of EPC planning experience, strong CPM and earned value expertise, and familiarity with Power BI and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of relevant experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls for EPC projects.
• Proven experience managing integrated project schedules from engineering and procurement through fabrication, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• PMI-SP, PMP, or equivalent planning certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated, resource-loaded, and cost-loaded schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Coordinate schedules across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Monitor progress, validate updates, and ensure baselines alignment; produce weekly/monthly reports.

Skills

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Power BI

CPM

Earned Value

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Description

Join our Team – Your career journey starts here – not just a job, but a future.

About the Job

INTECH Automation Intelligence is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to join our Project Monitoring and Control team. This role is pivotal in leading project planning, scheduling, progress measurement, and project controls for complex EPC projects across the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Utilities, and Manufacturing industries. The ideal candidate will have 6 –10 years of experience in EPC project planning, with strong expertise in Primavera P6, integrated scheduling, progress forecasting, and project controls.

What You’ll Lead and Deliver

• Develop and maintain integrated, resource-loaded, and cost-loaded project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, aligned with contractual milestones and project execution strategies.
• Coordinate schedules across engineering teams, consultants, procurement, fabrication subcontractors, construction, and commissioning.
• Review consultant and subcontractor schedules, validate progress updates, track engineering deliverables, and ensure alignment with approved baselines.
• Develop manpower plans and resource forecasts, identify constraints, and recommend adjustments to support project execution.
• Establish progress measurement systems and integrate schedule, cost, and man-hour data for earned value and performance analysis.
• Analyze critical paths, schedule variances, and project trends; forecast completion dates and proactively identify risks and potential delays.
• Develop and monitor recovery plans, including schedule resequencing and resource adjustments, to protect contractual milestones.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, S-curves, look-ahead schedules, and performance dashboards using advanced Excel and Power BI.
• Assess schedule impacts of scope changes and disruptions, supporting delay analysis and extension-of-time submissions in coordination with Project Management and Commercial teams.
• Maintain project baselines, revisions, progress records, and reporting documentation through SharePoint or approved project collaboration platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• 6 – 10 years of relevant experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls for EPC projects, including structural fabrication.
• Proven experience managing integrated project schedules from engineering and procurement through fabrication, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Experience coordinating in-house engineering teams, consultants, procurement, and subcontractors, including deliverable tracking and schedule reviews.
• Working knowledge of structural fabrication milestones and their interfaces with engineering, procurement, inspections, and delivery.
• EPC experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or industrial projects is preferred.
• PMI-SP, PMP, or an equivalent planning or project management certification is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, advanced Microsoft Excel, and Power BI, with working knowledge of SharePoint and project collaboration platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM), S-curves, resource and cost loading, earned value management, schedule risk assessment, recovery planning, and delay analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of quantities, contractual milestones, and project controls requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Strong ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple project priorities, meet reporting deadlines, and proactively elevate risks.

We Offer Competitive Benefits

• Global Exposure: Opportunities to work on international projects and collaborate with global teams.
• Competitive Compensation: A salary package that recognizes your expertise and contributions.
• Annual Bonus: Performance-driven rewards based on your gross pay to celebrate your achievements and contributions.
• Learning Opportunities: Access to training programs, workshops, and certifications to enhance your skills.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including annual leave and holidays.
• Inclusive Environment: A workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration.

Why Join INTECH Automation Intelligence?

At INTECH, you will have the opportunity to work with a globally renowned industrial automation and digitalization technology company. For nearly 30 years, INTECH has partnered with major oil and gas global giants to deliver innovative solutions. As we continue to lead in the Industry 4.0 era, you will be at the forefront of transformative technologies that solve real-world challenges.

What to Expect After Applying?

Explore how INTECH’s Talent Acquisition team ensures a seamless hiring journey. From embracing talent with a passion for innovation to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, we’re dedicated to finding and supporting the best minds in the industry.

Our hiring process is designed to assess your skills and potential in a fair and inclusive manner. After applying, you will be guided through a structured evaluation process to ensure mutual alignment.

INTECH Automation Intelligence is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive hiring environment where qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.