SENIOR PLANNING ENGINEER (HIGH RISE BUILDING)

Metahunt; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to lead project planning and scheduling for high-rise construction projects in Dubai. With over a decade of experience, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, conducting critical path analyses, and ensuring project compliance. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale civil engineering projects and requires proficiency in project planning tools. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project planning within the construction sector.
• Proficient in project planning software and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Conduct critical path analysis and manage project resources effectively.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Planning

Scheduling

Critical Path Analysis

Time Impact Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Senior Planning Engineer (High Rise Building)

Job Category: Development

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: DUBAI, UAE

We are looking for a Senior Planning Engineer with 10+ years of experience to lead project planning, scheduling, and monitoring activities for our construction projects in the UAE.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in project planning software, possess strong analytical skills, and have a deep understanding of the construction industry’s planning and scheduling methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop, update, and maintain detailed construction project schedules using Primavera P6.
2. Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and prepare baseline programs for high-rise, infrastructure, and large-scale civil engineering projects.
3. Develop S-curves, resource histograms, and earned value management (EVM) reports to assess project performance.
4. Allocate and manage project resources, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget.
5. Assist in resource leveling and resolve any scheduling conflicts.
6. Conduct critical path analysis (CPM) and assess the impact of project changes and delays.
7. Perform time impact analysis (TIA) to evaluate the effects of project variations.
8. Prepare extension of time (EOT) claims and support contractual compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum 10+ years of experience as a Planning Engineer in the construction sector, with expertise in high-rise buildings, infrastructure, or civil projects.
3. Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PSP) is preferred.

Technical Skills:

1. Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other project scheduling tools.
2. Experience in preparing and defending EOT claims.
3. Knowledge of cost estimation and budget management.