Job Description

Planning Engineer - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
This Planning Engineer role supports AECOM's major infrastructure and transportation projects in Dubai. The position focuses on developing project plans, preparing schedules, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely progress in compliance with RTA requirements. RTA Approval is mandatory.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Project Management
Salary: 14000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans including WBS, schedules, and resource plans
• Analyze project constraints to produce realistic timelines and budgets
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to gather project data
• Monitor project milestones, identify delays, and apply mitigation strategies
• Prepare periodic progress reports for management and stakeholders
• Use Primavera P6 and MS Project to update and maintain schedules
• Perform resource allocation analysis and propose optimization
• Coordinate with project managers to resolve scheduling conflicts
• Conduct earned value analysis and recommend improvements
• Ensure planning practices comply with Dubai regulations and project standards

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of planning engineering experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification
• Mandatory RTA Approval
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Strong analytical, organizational, and scheduling skills
• Experience in transportation projects preferred
• Ability to lead cross-functional planning efforts
• Strong communication and reporting skills

Skills Set

• Project scheduling and planning
• Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• WBS development and resource planning
• Earned value analysis
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Cross-functional coordination
• Report writing and documentation
• Knowledge of Dubai regulations and RTA standards

Why Join Us

• Work on major transportation and infrastructure programs in Dubai
• Opportunity to grow within a global engineering consultancy
• Access to advanced project management tools and processes
• Supportive environment with strong professional development

About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and solid regional capability, AECOM supports clients in delivering high-quality, future-ready infrastructure across the GCC.
Job Title Planning Engineer - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Planning Engineer - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
This Planning Engineer role supports AECOM's major infrastructure and transportation projects in Dubai. The position focuses on developing project plans, preparing schedules, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely progress in compliance with RTA requirements. RTA Approval is mandatory.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Project Management
Salary: 14000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans including WBS, schedules, and resource plans
• Analyze project constraints to produce realistic timelines and budgets
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to gather project data
• Monitor project milestones, identify delays, and apply mitigation strategies
• Prepare periodic progress reports for management and stakeholders
• Use Primavera P6 and MS Project to update and maintain schedules
• Perform resource allocation analysis and propose optimization
• Coordinate with project managers to resolve scheduling conflicts
• Conduct earned value analysis and recommend improvements
• Ensure planning practices comply with Dubai regulations and project standards

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of planning engineering experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification
• Mandatory RTA Approval
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Strong analytical, organizational, and scheduling skills
• Experience in transportation projects preferred
• Ability to lead cross-functional planning efforts
• Strong communication and reporting skills

Skills Set

• Project scheduling and planning
• Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• WBS development and resource planning
• Earned value analysis
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Cross-functional coordination
• Report writing and documentation
• Knowledge of Dubai regulations and RTA standards

Why Join Us

• Work on major transportation and infrastructure programs in Dubai
• Opportunity to grow within a global engineering consultancy
• Access to advanced project management tools and processes
• Supportive environment with strong professional development

About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering sustainable and innovative solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and solid regional capability, AECOM supports clients in delivering high-quality, future-ready infrastructure across the GCC.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 14000.00
Salary to 18000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
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Skills Required