Planning engineer - EPC construction

Confidential Company

Multiple Vacancies

Posted on 25 Oct

Experience

5 - 10 Years

Job Location

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Any Graduation

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

6 Vacancies

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project goals and contractual obligations.
  • Perform critical path analysis to identify potential delays and proactively propose mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
  • Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule, providing regular updates and variance analysis reports to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to integrate their activities into the overall project plan.
  • Manage and control project changes, assessing their impact on the schedule and cost, and updating the plan accordingly.
  • Prepare and present schedule updates and reports to project management and clients, highlighting key milestones and potential risks.
  • Conduct 'what-if' scenario planning to assess the impact of different project scenarios on the schedule and resources.
  • Review and validate contractor schedules, ensuring they are realistic, comprehensive, and compliant with project requirements.
  • Support the preparation of claims and extensions of time, providing schedule analysis to substantiate the claims.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide schedule-related input, contributing to proactive problem-solving and decision-making.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Possesses a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Holds a minimum of 5 years of experience in planning and scheduling within the EPC construction industry.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in using Primavera P6 scheduling software and other relevant planning tools.
  • Exhibits a strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequences, and best practices.
  • Displays excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interacting with diverse project teams.
  • Demonstrates experience in managing and controlling project changes and assessing their impact on the schedule.
  • Exhibits a proactive and results-oriented approach, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
  • Familiarity with contract management and claims preparation processes is highly desirable.
  • Experience working on large-scale EPC projects, such as those in oil & gas, power, or infrastructure, is preferred.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

  • Construction
  • Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area

  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Schedule Engineer
  • Change Management
  • EPC Planner
  • Scheduler
  • Variance Analysis
  • Contract Management
  • Scheduling
  • Planning Specialist

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