Senior Planning Engineer - Microtunneling - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 468,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Access to advanced planning tools

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer - Microtunneling to manage complex underground construction projects. This role requires expertise in project scheduling, monitoring, and managing microtunneling activities.

The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience, proficiency in Primavera P6, and strong analytical skills. This position offers an opportunity for career growth within a globally recognized engineering consultancy focused on infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction planning with expertise in microtunneling projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and delay analysis.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities in a multicultural project environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update project schedules using planning tools.
• Review contractor baseline programmes for compliance.
• Monitor construction progress and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare progress reports highlighting milestones, delays, and mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with AECOM project management procedures.

Skills

Microtunneling techniques

Primavera P6

Project management

Construction sequencing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Planning Engineer - Microtunneling - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

Position OverviewThe Senior Planning Engineer - Microtunneling plays a critical role in planning, monitoring, and controlling complex underground construction supervision projects in Dubai. This role is responsible for developing and managing detailed project schedules, tracking progress, analyzing delays, and supporting timely delivery of microtunneling works in dense urban environments. The position works closely with supervision teams, contractors, and clients to ensure project milestones are achieved and risks are proactively managed.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Project Management
Salary: 30000-42000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning tools covering design, procurement, and construction stages
• Review contractor baseline programmes to ensure compliance with contract requirements, sequencing logic, and resource allocation
• Monitor construction progress for microtunneling activities, identify variances, and recommend corrective and recovery actions
• Coordinate with the Resident Engineer and supervision teams to verify site progress and ensure accurate schedule updates
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports highlighting milestones, delays, risks, and mitigation measures
• Review and assess Extension of Time claims, delay analyses, and revised programmes in line with contractual procedures
• Establish progress measurement systems, KPIs, and performance indicators for effective project control
• Conduct trend analysis and scenario planning to evaluate the impact of changes and propose mitigation strategies
• Support preparation of cash flow forecasts, manpower histograms, and resource projections
• Coordinate planning inputs with cost control, engineering, procurement, and construction teams
• Participate in progress and coordination meetings, presenting schedule status and recovery plans to stakeholders
• Support project risk identification and mitigation planning
• Ensure compliance with AECOM project management and controls procedures
• Mentor junior planners and engineers in planning, scheduling, and reporting best practices

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction planning, with strong expertise in microtunneling projects
• Advanced knowledge of microtunneling techniques, equipment, and underground construction methodologies
• High proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, progress measurement, and delay analysis
• Experience with UAE infrastructure projects and international construction standards
• Professional Engineering license or equivalent certification preferred
• PMP certification is an advantage
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities in a multicultural project environment
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage complex schedules with tight deadlines

Why Join Us

• Lead planning functions on complex microtunneling and underground infrastructure projects in Dubai
• Work within a globally recognized infrastructure and engineering consultancy
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on high-impact transportation projects
• Access advanced planning tools, structured professional development, and long-term career growth

About the Company

AECOM is a leading global infrastructure and engineering consultancy delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management services across transportation, buildings, water, energy, and environmental sectors. Based in Dubai, AECOM Middle East combines global technical expertise with strong regional knowledge to deliver innovative, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure solutions across the Middle East and Africa.