Senior Planning Engineer - Fit out

Azizi Developments; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Developments in Dubai is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to join our Fit-Out Factory team based in Dubai South. The ideal candidate has strong planning and controls experience on fit-out projects, with expertise in Primavera P6, progress monitoring and EOT preparation.

The role involves developing baseline schedules, monitoring progress, coordinating with project teams, and supporting claims and variation processes to ensure on-time delivery in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 9+ years of experience in planning/project controls.
• Mandatory fit-out experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6.
• P6 certification/training preferred.
• Experience in Delay Analysis and EOT preparation.
• PMP training/certification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, scheduling and project controls.
• Excellent coordination, reporting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain baseline programs and detailed construction schedules.
• Plan design, procurement, approvals, site execution, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Identify critical paths, milestones and schedule risks.
• Monitor project progress against the approved baseline; prepare reports and dashboards.
• Identify delays and coordinate recovery/mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and Design teams; ensure alignment with the schedule.

Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Progress Monitoring

Delay Analysis

Project Controls

Reporting & Dashboards

Coordination

Procurement Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

P6 Certification

Job description

We are Azizi, a leading Dubai-based developer and a passionate team of people driven by the goal of crafting beautiful homes for people living in the UAE. Our portfolio spans across Dubai's prime residential and commercial destinations, showcasing our commitment to transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity and adding value through a construction-driven approach.

We are looking for an experienced Planning Engineer to join our Fit-Out Factory team based in Dubai South. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in project planning and controls, with proven expertise in fit-out projects, Primavera P6, progress monitoring, delay analysis and EOT preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain baseline programs and detailed construction schedules.
• Plan design, procurement, approvals, site execution, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Identify critical paths, milestones and schedule risks.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor project progress against the approved baseline.
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards and S-curves.
• Identify delays and coordinate recovery/mitigation plans.

Delay Analysis & Claims Support

• Conduct delay analysis and support EOT submissions.
• Maintain proper documentation of delay events.
• Support the Commercial team with claims and variations.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement and Design teams.
• Ensure design approvals, material deliveries and site works align with the schedule.
• Attend progress and coordination meetings.

Resource & Procurement Planning

• Monitor manpower, equipment and productivity.
• Track long-lead items, shop drawings and material approvals.
• Identify resource gaps and procurement-related delays.

Project Controls & Documentation

• Maintain updated schedules and baseline revisions using planning software.
• Ensure accurate project controls documentation for reporting and audits.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 9+ years of experience in planning/project controls.
• Mandatory fit-out experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6.
• P6 certification/training preferred.
• Experience in Delay Analysis and EOT preparation.
• PMP training/certification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, scheduling and project controls.
• Excellent coordination, reporting and communication skills.