Sr Planning Engineer – MEP (High Rise Building) - 35512

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants is looking for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer – MEP Construction to join their team in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and controlling project schedules for multiple MEP projects, ensuring timely delivery, resource utilization, and stakeholder coordination.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of related experience in MEP planning, as well as strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in MEP planning within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction methodologies, and project lifecycle management.
• Proven experience handling planning activities for multiple construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update detailed MEP project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate with project managers and subcontractors to ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Manage planning activities across multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Planning Engineer – MEP Construction to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules for multiple MEP construction projects while ensuring timely project delivery, effective resource utilization, and coordination with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update detailed MEP project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment with project timelines and milestones.
• Manage planning activities across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess project progress and ensure adherence to approved schedules.
• Monitor project progress, manpower allocation, and resource utilization to ensure compliance with project budgets and timelines.
• Prepare and maintain planning documentation including baseline schedules, recovery plans, and look‑ahead schedules.
• Generate weekly and monthly progress reports for internal management and client submission.
• Analyze project delays and support the preparation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims related to MEP scope.
• Track critical activities and recommend corrective actions to mitigate project risks and delays.
• Support project teams in forecasting and productivity analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, project specifications, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in MEP planning within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction methodologies, and project lifecycle management.
• Proven experience handling planning activities for multiple construction projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.