Planning Engineer (Civil)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced planning engineer to join our construction team in Sharjah.

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in project planning, scheduling, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely project delivery while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Key responsibilities

Project planning & scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Establish work breakdown structures (WBS) and define logical relationships among tasks.
• Identify project milestones, deliverables, and key deadlines.

Progress monitoring & control

• Monitor project timelines and actual progress against baseline schedules.
• Conduct critical path analysis (CPA) and recommend corrective actions for delays.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.

Resource & cost management

• Plan and optimize the allocation of resources (labor, materials, and equipment).
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Assist in budgeting and cost tracking in collaboration with the cost control team.

Risk & compliance management

• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to UAE construction regulations, safety guidelines, and company policies.
• Support contract and claim management processes.

Coordination & reporting

• Liaise with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Attend coordination meetings and provide planning inputs to all stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to planning, scheduling, and progress tracking.

Other contributions

• Conduct feasibility studies and support the preparation of cost estimates.
• Contribute to the organization's continuous improvement and quality enhancement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and performance excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in construction planning.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Solid knowledge of project life cycles, construction methodologies, and UAE regulations.
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and adapt to fast-paced environments.

Key skills

Microstation, FEA, construction experience, data collection, production design, Microsoft Word, CAD, drafting, Microsoft Exchange, AutoCAD, hydraulics, NavisWorks.

Employment details

Employment type: Full time
Experience: 5 years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly salary: 4500