Senior Planning Engineer (Construction)

The Greater Change; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of planning experience, is proficient in tools such as Primavera P6, and possesses excellent communication and analytical skills. This role offers a competitive monthly salary between AED 15,000 – AED 25,000+, along with additional benefits including housing allowance and health insurance.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Annual leave

End-of-service benefits

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in planning/project controls within construction projects.
• Proficiency in schedule management tools such as Primavera P6 or similar.
• Knowledge of construction practices and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar tools.
• Monitor project progress and prepare periodic project reports.
• Coordinate with teams to forecast delays and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Schedule management

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented Senior Planning Engineer to join our client’s construction team. The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating project schedules, monitoring progress, analyzing project performance, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules (baseline schedules, look‑ahead schedules, recovery schedules) using Primavera P6 / Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Perform schedule risk analysis and develop mitigation plans.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare periodic (weekly, monthly) project reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, procurement, and subcontractors to collect progress data, forecast delays, and propose corrective actions.
• Analyze resource allocation, constraints, and project dependencies; recommend optimization strategies.
• Prepare cash‑flow projections, manpower histograms, and resource‑loading plans.
• Conduct change‑order impact assessments and update schedules accordingly.
• Liaise with the commercial / contracts team to evaluate schedule implications of contract changes.
• Support project management in risk management related to planning.
• Facilitate progress meetings and workshops with stakeholders.
• Provide training / mentorship to junior planners / planners‑in‑training, if needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in planning / project controls within construction projects (ideally in UAE or GCC).
• Proficiency in schedule management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and risk‑assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Knowledge of construction practices, resource management, and contract management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• PMP / PMI PBA, AACE, or similar certification (preferred, not mandatory).

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Proactive / Forward‑Looking
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Adaptability

• Monthly Salary: AED 15,000 – AED 25,000+
• Additional benefits include a housing allowance, health insurance, annual leave, and end‑of‑service benefits, which are subject to company policy.