Senior Planning Engineer — Project Controls & Scheduling

UpNext UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

UpNext UAE is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer in Abu Dhabi to support a leading architecture and engineering consultancy. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and project controls to ensure timely project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in developing and maintaining project schedules, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with contractors to meet milestones. Proficiency in English and MS Office is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Experience with reputable engineering consultancy in the Gulf region preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling methodologies, and progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all project planning and scheduling activities.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with logical sequencing across disciplines.
• Establish and implement project progress measurement systems.
• Monitor schedule execution and ensure consistency across related projects.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and recommend mitigations.
• Collaborate with project management teams, consultants, and contractors to meet milestones.
• Review contractor submissions related to planning, scheduling, progress measurement, productivity, and EOT.
• Verify and certify contractor-reported physical progress.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders.

Job description

UpNext UAE is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer in Abu Dhabi to support a leading architecture and engineering consultancy. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and project controls to ensure timely project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in developing and maintaining project schedules, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with contractors to meet milestones. Proficiency in English and MS Office is required.