• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Min. Years: 12
• Min. Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSc or higher).

Position Overview:

The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project plans to ensure smooth execution of construction activities. The role focuses on planning, progress tracking, and reporting, enabling proactive management of resources, timelines, and risks to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review contract documents, contractor site organization, and planners’ CVs, advising the Construction Manager of any deficiencies or gaps.
• Assess and approve design and procurement plans submitted by contractors, ensuring alignment with the overall project plan.
• Monitor construction progress against approved plans, conduct site visits, verify milestone achievements, and report deviations or resource shortages.
• Review recovery plans, time impact claims, field design changes, and trend notices, recommending corrective actions to mitigate delays.
• Support the preparation of monthly progress reports, executive presentations, and meeting agendas, highlighting critical risks and progress trends.
• Review commissioning and closeout plans submitted by contractors, ensuring compliance with approved project plans and timelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSc or higher).
• Minimum 12 years overall experience, with at least 8 years in planning for construction projects.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and other planning tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with contractors, clients, and project teams.
• Experience in PMC/Consultancy or client representative roles is highly desirable.