Planning Engineer

Sharjah, SH, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Key Responsibilities & Job Role



Develop, update, and maintain Level 1 Level 4 project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Prepare baseline schedules aligned with project scope, BOQ, resources, and contractual milestones. Identify and monitor the critical path, near critical activities, and schedule risks. Track daily, weekly, and monthly progress and compare against baseline and look ahead plans. Prepare S curves, dashboards, productivity reports, and earned value analysis (EVA). Conduct CCPM buffer monitoring and support recovery planning. Perform resource planning including manpower, equipment, and materials; execute resource levelling. Forecast resource requirements and identify productivity gaps with site teams. Conduct delay analysis using window analysis, impacted as planned, or as built vs as planned methods. Support delay claim preparation, EOT requests, and documentation of delay drivers. Assess schedule impact of scope changes, design revisions, procurement delays, and site constraints. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, HSE, and subcontractors for schedule alignment. Participate in internal and client progress review meetings and present schedule performance. Assist in monitoring project costs, comparing budget vs actual, and preparing cash flow forecasts. Maintain schedule version control, update logs, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Prepare structured, timely progress reports for internal teams and client stakeholders. Ensure planning documents, assumptions, and constraints are clearly recorded and traceable. Integrate schedule updates with ERP systems and develop Excel based trackers and analytics. Analyse productivity trends, KPIs, and variances to recommend corrective actions. Demonstrate ownership through proactive risk identification, early warnings, and solution driven behaviour. Support preparation of as built schedules, closeout documentation, and DLP planning.

Key Skills Required:



Project Scheduling & Baseline Development CCPM & EVA Progress Measurement & tracking Analytical Reasoning & Problem solving Ability, Data analysis skills Resource Planning & Productivity Tracking Cost & Budget monitoring Change Management Risk & Stakeholder Management Governance, Documentation & Reporting Discipline Proficiency in Primavera , Excel Proficiency & ERP hands on Ownership & Self driven Planning Behavior

Experience (Min- Max): 5+ Years in Project planning with at least 2 years of it in water Industry



Required Qualification: BE Mechanical, Civil



Specific Tools/Technologies: Primavera P6 Proficiency, Excel proficiency & ERP Hands-on



Job Type: Permanent

Experience:

UAE: 2 years (Required) Water/Waste Water industry construction: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:

* UAE Driving License (Preferred)

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2191940
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Sharjah, SH, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned