Job Description

Job Title: Senior Planning Engineer - Building Construction

Location:

Dubai, UAE

Industry:

Building Construction

Experience:

UAE / Dubai experience required



We are seeking an experienced

Senior Planning Engineer

with strong expertise in

building construction projects

to join our team in Dubai. The candidate must have proven UAE experience and be well-versed in project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, delay analysis, and reporting in accordance with contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities1. Project Planning & Scheduling

Prepare baseline construction programs using

Primavera P6 / MS Project

Develop

Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)

for structural, architectural, MEP, and finishing works Prepare master, detailed, and look-ahead schedules Ensure project schedules comply with contract milestones, phasing, and client requirements
2. Monitoring & Progress Control

Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly project progress against the approved baseline Update schedules and perform progress analysis Identify

critical path activities

and recommend corrective or recovery actions Coordinate with site teams to resolve planning and sequencing issues
3. Reporting

Prepare

weekly and monthly progress reports

Develop

S-curves, manpower histograms, and cash flow forecasts

Report delays, risks, and mitigation measures to management Prepare dashboards and presentations for client and consultant reviews
4. Delay Analysis & Claims Support

Conduct

Extension of Time (EOT)

analysis in accordance with

FIDIC contracts

Perform

Time Impact Analysis (TIA)

Identify concurrent delays and establish responsibility Support claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes
5. Resource Planning

Prepare manpower, equipment, and material deployment schedules Optimize resource allocation to meet project targets Coordinate with procurement teams to manage material lead times
6. Coordination & Communication

Coordinate closely with Project Managers, engineers, and site teams Attend progress meetings with clients and consultants Provide planning input for method statements, construction sequencing, and execution strategies
7. Risk & Recovery Planning

Identify schedule risks, constraints, and potential delays Propose acceleration and recovery plans when required Monitor and assess the impact of design changes and variations on the project schedule
8. Contractual & Compliance

Ensure planning activities comply with contract requirements Maintain proper records for approvals, delays, variations, and site instructions Assist in the preparation of contractual correspondence related to planning matters
9. Software & Tools

Expert-level proficiency in

Primavera P6

Strong command of

MS Excel

for planning, reporting, and analysis
Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Minimum 5 years of experience

as a Planning Engineer in

building construction Dubai based projects

Mandatory Dubai / UAE experience

in a similar role Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts Excellent analytical, communication, and coordination skills
Preferred Candidate

Immediate joiners or short notice preferred Experience working with consultants and major developers in Dubai
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month