Senior Planning Engineer (Infrastructures)

Parsons Oman; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer (Infrastructures) with at least 10 years of experience in planning relevant infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include developing master schedules, preparing progress reports, and validating project resources. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, be proficient in Primavera P6, and possess strong communication skills. Apply today for a rewarding career with ample growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling relevant Infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Review Contractors’ Baseline schedule in line with contract conditions.
• Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages.
• Prepare regular progress reports and address program issues.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

Senior Planning Engineer (Infrastructures) – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Planning Engineer (Infrastructures) to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for performing planning/scheduling activities related to Infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Review and convey the Engineer’s consent to the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices

• Validate the compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project

• Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others

• Evaluate and verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated/progress schedules. Identify potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight critical events and suggest mitigation measures/corrective actions

• Exercise “What if” analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action and advice before issuing instructions to contractors

• Prepare regular progress reports/monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and prepare presentations regarding progress concerning interim and major milestones

• Detailed assessment of claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc. using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the ability to demonstrate the contractor’s concurrent delay

• Discuss, coordinate, and resolve planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer

• Coordinate with the Client to finalize the contractor’s programs, reports, and claims

• Attend meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc., provide inputs, and prepare concise and precise minutes of meetings

• Prepare Trackers/Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project

• Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes

• Communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide reasoned and analytic responses to contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions

• Maintain proper record keeping of project contemporary records

• Issue delay notices for the contractor’s culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor’s performance is behind schedule

Qualifications

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized university/institution

• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling relevant Infrastructure projects (roads, sewerage networks, landscape, etc.)

• Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6

• Good written and oral communication skills in English

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations

• Ability to use good judgment and work with others as required

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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