Sr Planning Engineer

Careers International; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai seeks a Senior Planning Engineer to manage project schedules for civil construction projects. The role involves planning, monitoring progress, resource coordination, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and 8-12 years of relevant experience in the construction sector, particularly with high-rise projects.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years experience in planning and scheduling in a civil contracting company.
• Strong knowledge of project management software and tools.
• Experience in high-rise buildings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules based on contract requirements.
• Track project progress and prepare periodic progress reports.
• Coordinate resource allocation and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Identify project risks and provide mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Cost Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

The Senior Planning Engineer is responsible for developing monitoring and controlling project schedules to ensure efficient of civil construction projects. The role requires expertise in project scheduling progress tracking risk management and coordination with various stakeholders to ensure timely and costeffective project completion.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules (Primavera P6/MS Project) based on contract requirements.
  
• Establish project baselines and ensure alignment with project scope budget and deliverables.
  
• Identify critical paths and ensure proactive measures to mitigate delays.
  
• Integrate engineering procurement and construction schedules for an accurate project timeline.
  

2. Progress Monitoring & Reporting:

• Track project progress and update schedules accordingly.
  
• Prepare and present periodic progress reports including Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis.
  
• Highlight potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.
  
• Maintain accurate records of delays disruptions and claims for contractual purposes.
  

3. Resource & Cost Management:

• Coordinate with project teams to ensure proper allocation of manpower materials and equipment.
  
• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and monitoring budgeted vs. actual expenditures.
  
• Support cost control measures and recommend corrective actions to prevent cost overruns.
  

4. Risk Management & Delay Analysis:

• Identify potential project risks and provide risk mitigation plans.
  
• Conduct forensic delay analysis and prepare extensionoftime (EOT) claims.
  
• Coordinate with contract and commercial teams on claims and variations.
  

5. Coordination & Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with project managers engineers and subcontractors to ensure project milestones are met.
  
• Attend progress meetings with clients consultants and internal teams.
  
• Communicate planningrelated requirements and strategies effectively to all stakeholders.
  

Qualifications & Skills:
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  
• 812 years of experience in planning and scheduling within a civil contracting company.
  
• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6 MS Project and Excel.
  
• Experience in highrise buildings is preferred.
  
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and construction claims.