Planning Engineer

**Job Post Summary** Planning EngineerJob DescriptionQualifications & Requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university. * Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in construction projects, including villas, residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments. * Proven experience in project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and progress reporting. * Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project controls, and resource planning. * Proficiency in Primavera P6 is mandatory. * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, and other planning and reporting tools. * Ability to prepare baseline schedules, recovery schedules, and project progress updates. * Strong understanding of critical path analysis, resource allocation, and project performance monitoring. * Excellent analytical, communication, and coordination skills. * Ability to work effectively with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients. Key Responsibilities * Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6. * Prepare baseline programs, look-ahead schedules, recovery plans, and revised project schedules as required. * Monitor project progress and identify schedule variances, delays, and potential risks. * Conduct critical path analysis and recommend corrective actions to achieve project milestones. * Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to collect progress data and ensure schedule accuracy. * Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and management presentations. * Monitor manpower, equipment, and resource utilization against planned targets. * Support the preparation of extension of time (EOT) claims and delay analysis when required. * Ensure project planning activities comply with contractual requirements and company procedures. * Participate in project review meetings and provide planning-related recommendations for improved project performance. Preferred Profile * Experience in villa, residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects within the UAE. * Strong knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling and reporting. * Familiarity with UAE construction practices, project controls, and contract requirements. * Experience in preparing executive reports and project performance analyses. * Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Work Location **In Person – Abu Dhabi, UAE** Work Location: In person