Sr Planning Engineer

Client of Careers International

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed baseline project schedules using Primavera P6
• Develop master schedules, look-ahead schedules, recovery plans, and target programs
• Monitor construction progress against approved schedules
• Prepare and update weekly/monthly progress reports
• Identify critical activities and project risks

Project Monitoring & Controls

• Track project performance, productivity, and manpower utilization
• Conduct delay analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Monitor procurement, engineering, and construction activities
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors
• Ensure alignment between project execution and planned timelines

Coordination & Reporting

• Participate in progress review meetings with clients and consultants
• Prepare dashboards, S-curves, histograms, and KPI reports
• Assist in claims preparation and extension of time (EOT) documentation
• Coordinate with QA/QC, procurement, MEP, and execution teams

Technical & Construction Coordination

• Understand construction sequencing for:
  • Excavation & shoring
  • Raft foundations
  • Concrete frame structures
  • Structural works
  • MEP coordination
  • Façade works
  • Finishing & fit-out activities
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction standards and project milestones

RequirementsExperience

• Minimum 5 years experience in construction planning
• Mandatory experience in high-rise building projects in UAE
• Experience with main contractors preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong command of:
  • Primavera P6
  • MS Project
  • AutoCAD
  • Excel Reporting
• Knowledge of:
  • Project controls
  • Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Resource loading
  • Cost monitoring
  • Delay analysis

Preferred Experience

• Residential towers
• Commercial high-rise buildings
• Mixed-use developments
• Luxury Tower & Villa projects
• Multi-storey construction