Senior Planning Engineer Infrastructure and Utilities Projects

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to lead the preparation, coordination and monitoring of project schedules across design, procurement and construction phases. The role requires close collaboration with the supervision team, contractor and client to achieve milestones and mitigate delays.

With a mandatory Primavera P6 certification and at least 10 years of post-graduate experience, you will drive progress reporting, risk assessment and recovery planning while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
• Primavera P6 certification is mandatory.
• Strong UAE project experience with RTA/DEWA is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in project planning/scheduling and progress monitoring.
• Experience developing and managing complex schedules for infrastructure and utilities projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software across design, procurement and construction stages.
• Review and evaluate Contractors baseline programmes for contract compliance, sequencing logic and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress, identify variances from plan and propose corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineer and team to verify progress on site and reflect updates in the schedule.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports highlighting milestones, delays, risks and recovery measures.
• Evaluate EOT claims, delay analyses and revised programmes per contract procedures.
• Develop progress measurement systems and performance indicators to support project control and reporting.
• Conduct trend analyses and what-if scenarios to assess impacts of changes and mitigation plans.
• Support cash flow forecasts, resource histograms and manpower projections.
• Coordinate deliverables with Cost Control, Engineering, Procurement and Construction teams for consistency.
• Present schedule status and recovery strategies in progress meetings with client and stakeholders.
• Assist PM and Construction Manager in risk identification and mitigation planning.
• Ensure compliance with AECOM’s PM and Controls procedures and data integrity.
• Mentor junior planners and site engineers in scheduling techniques.

Skills

Project planning

Schedule management

Progress reporting

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6 certification

MS Excel

Project controls tools

Job description

The Senior Planning Engineer will be responsible for the preparation coordination and monitoring of project schedules ensuring effective planning progress measurement and forecasting throughout all stages of the construction supervision works. The role involves close coordination with the supervision team contractor and client to ensure that project milestones are achieved and potential delays are identified and mitigated in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop maintain and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software covering design procurement and construction stages.
• Review and evaluate the Contractors baseline programme ensuring compliance with contract requirements sequencing logic and resource allocation.
• Monitor and analyze the progress of construction activities identifying variances from the plan and proposing corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the Resident Engineer and supervision team to verify progress on site and ensure updates are accurately reflected in the schedule.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports highlighting key activities milestones achieved delays risks and recovery measures.
• Evaluate and verify the Contractors Extension of Time (EOT) claims delay analyses and revised programmes in accordance with contract procedures.
• Develop progress measurement systems and performance indicators to support project control and reporting.
• Conduct trend analyses and what-if scenarios to assess the impact of changes and recommend mitigation plans.
• Support the preparation of cash flow forecasts resource histograms and manpower projections.
• Coordinate planning deliverables with Cost Control Engineering Procurement and Construction teams to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Participate in progress and coordination meetings presenting schedule status and recovery strategies to the client and stakeholders.
• Assist the Project Manager and Construction Manager in risk identification and mitigation planning.
• Ensure compliance with AECOMs Project Management and Controls procedures including proper documentation and data integrity.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior planners and site engineers in planning and scheduling techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or related discipline.
• Certification in Primavera P6 is mandatory.
• Professional accreditation or membership in a recognized engineering or project management institution (e.g. PMI AACEI) is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Dubai Authority procedures (RTA DM DEWA) preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in project planning scheduling and progress monitoring for infrastructure and utilities projects.
• Proven experience in developing and managing complex project schedules for stormwater microtunneling sewerage and roadworks projects.
• Strong understanding of EOT evaluation critical path analysis (CPA) and resource-loaded schedules.
• Hands-on experience in Primavera P6 MS Excel and other project control tools.
• Prior UAE experience is essential with preference for candidates familiar with RTA and Dubai Municipality projects.
• Strong analytical communication and reporting skills with the ability to present technical data clearly to management and clients.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time