Senior Project Control Engineer

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Leaves of absence

Voluntary benefits

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Planning professional in Dubai to lead project scheduling across design, procurement and construction. You will review baseline programmes, monitor progress on site, and coordinate with Resident Engineer and teams to ensure updates reflect on schedules.

The role requires deep experience in contract management, EOT claims, and trend analyses, with oversight of reporting and recovery strategies for major infrastructural projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in building and infrastructure project delivery.
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Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.

Skills

Primavera P6

Project scheduling

Contract management

EOT evaluation

Progress monitoring

Variance analysis

What-if analyses

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software, covering design, procurement, and construction stages.
• Review and evaluate the Contractor’s 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 Contractor’s 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 AECOM’s 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

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in building and infrastructure project delivery
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Proven expertise in project scheduling and planning using Primavera P6 or equivalent software
• Demonstrated experience in consultancy roles for private developer projects
• Strong knowledge of contract management and Extension of Time (EOT) claim evaluation
• Experience in progress monitoring, variance analysis, and corrective action planning
• Proficiency in preparing progress reports, trend analyses, and "what-if" scenario modelling

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
• Experience with cost control integration and cash flow forecasting
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing junior planning professionals
• Familiarity with AECOM's Project Management and Controls procedures or similar organisational frameworks
• Experience in risk identification and mitigation planning on large-scale projects
• Knowledge of resource histogram development and manpower projection techniques

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• 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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.