Sr Planning Engineer

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to oversee project scheduling and planning for large-scale power and water transmission projects. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in similar roles, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. This position offers competitive compensation and the chance to work on critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in projects specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of planning and scheduling of the overall project.
• Prepare a Master Programme showing all aspects of the project.
• Prepare and distribute progress reports weekly and monthly.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Exceptional leadership and team management abilities

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Proactive risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Project management methodologies

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Title:

Sr. Planning
Engineer

Company:
KBRAbu Dhabi
Location: Abu
Dhabi
Experience Required: 15
years

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Contract

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Job
Purpose

The Program Senior Planning
Engineer will oversee the entire Project planning scheduling
progress reporting
process.

This is a PMC role
and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPCs
appointed directly by the Client. The successful candidate will be
responsible for overseeing all planning and scheduling requirements
on the largescale power and water transmission projects in Abu
Dhabi. This role involves strategic planning resource management
and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project
objectives timelines and budget
constraints.

Job
Responsibilities

• Manage all
  aspects of the planning scheduling and programming of the overall
  Project to ensure completion on or before the programmed due
  date.
• Responsible to prepare a Master Programme
  that shows all aspects of the Project required to be managed from
  Design procurement approvals and construction through to completion
  testing and commissioning handover and completion of all
  contractual obligations under the respective contracts/agreements
  including the Defects Liability
  Period.
• Responsible for ensuring that all
  Contracted Parties prepare the various programmes required of them
  including but not limited to Design Programme Procurement Programme
  Submittal Programme Construction Programme 4 week and 2 week
  Lookahead Programme Recovery/Mitigation Programme and the like and
  shall thoroughly review those programmes for incorporation into and
  compliance with the Project Master Programme following the EMPLOYER
  guidelines & specifications.
• Shall
  prepare and distribute Progress Reports weekly and monthly or as
  required by the Client that shall compare actual progress with
  scheduled progress for the overall
  project.
• Manage all Contracted Parties for
  adherence to the current approved programmes forecast any potential
  delays advise on means of recovery/mitigation measures and make
  recommendations for Extensions of Time claims or penalties in the
  case of delays in accordance with the requirements of the relevant
  contracts for the Clients
  consideration.
• Coordinate with project
  stakeholders including clients supervision consultants contractors
  vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and
  compliance with project specifications and
  regulations.
• Oversee the development and
  implementation of project plans schedules and
  budgets.
• Provide leadership and direction to
  project teams fostering a culture of safety quality and continuous
  improvement.
• Monitor project progress and
  performance implementing corrective actions as necessary to address
  any deviations from the project plan.
• Prepare
  and present regular project reports to senior management and the
  client detailing progress challenges and solutions commercial
  status risks etc.
• Ensure effective risk
  management strategies are in place to mitigate potential project
  risks and issues.
• Guide and mentor project team
  members promoting professional development and knowledge
  sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with
  clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and
  mitigate any
  concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelors
  degree in related field.
• 10 years of experience
  in projects specifically in large power and water distribution
  programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role
  on programmes with a similar
  scope.

Technical
Skills

• Indepth knowledge of
  project management methodologies and
  tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and
  resource
  management.

Soft
Skills

• Exceptional
  leadership and team management
  abilities.
• Excellent communication and
  interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all
  levels.
• Strong problemsolving and
  decisionmaking skills.
• Ability to work under
  pressure and manage multiple priorities
  effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk
  management and conflict
  resolution.

Required
Experience:

Senior
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