Senior Planning Engineer – Bridges & Infra (Etihad Rail)

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 290,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Waagner Biro Bridge Services in Dubai seeks a Planning Engineer to manage large-scale Etihad Rail projects, mainly bridges and infrastructure. The ideal candidate has 5–7+ years in planning and project controls, with UAE experience and knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities include developing schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring on-time delivery per Dubai authorities. Strong English and PMP/Primavera credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 7+ years in planning/controls.
• 5+ years in similar UAE projects; 2 Dubai projects in last 5 years.
• Strong English; knowledge of Dubai authorities procedures.
• Experience with Etihad Rail and RTA projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and monitor detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Perform cost-loaded, resource-loaded scheduling; manage logs, KPI tracking and EOTs.
• Coordinate with site engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to align with baseline schedule.
• Prepare look-ahead programs, progress reports, mitigation and recovery plans.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify progress against timelines in UAE.
• Analyze critical path, float, and resource allocation to optimize timelines.
• Support project progress meetings with updates to management and client representatives.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Cost loaded program

Resource loaded schedule

KPI tracking

EOT analysis

Critical path analysis

Delay analysis

Contractual correspondence

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Office Suite

Job description

Waagner Biro Bridge Services in Dubai seeks a Planning Engineer to manage large-scale Etihad Rail projects, mainly bridges and infrastructure. The ideal candidate has 5–7+ years in planning and project controls, with UAE experience and knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities include developing schedules, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring on-time delivery per Dubai authorities. Strong English and PMP/Primavera credentials are preferred.