We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Planning Engineer with at least 5 years of experience in planning and scheduling for oil & gas-related projects including rig construction refurbishment and brownfield works. The ideal candidate should have a solid engineering background and be highly proficient in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project to support planning activities across both the proposal and execution phases of the project lifecycle.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and manage detailed project schedules from proposal stage through execution ensuring alignment with project scope timelines and deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project timelines work breakdown structures (WBS) and progress tracking systems for onshore and offshore oil & gas projects.
- Assign resources to activities in the schedule to ensure effective and accurate tracking of progress productivity and resource utilization.
- Monitor schedule performance and update timelines using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project incorporating actual progress and forecasting future trends.
- Coordinate with engineering procurement and construction teams to ensure alignment between scope schedule and resources.
- Conduct critical path analysis identify schedule risks and develop mitigation or recovery plans.
- Provide regular look-ahead schedules progress reports S-curves and dashboards for project management and clients.
- Support project teams with delay analysis extension of time (EOT) justifications and variance analysis.
- Participate in internal and client meetings presenting schedule status updates and action items.
- Ensure compliance with planning and reporting procedures contractual requirements and project execution strategies.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Civil or related field).
- Minimum 5 years of planning experience in oil & gas projects including rig construction refurbishment and EPC works.
- Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
- Solid knowledge of planning concepts project controls resource loading and performance measurement.
- Experience in preparing and managing schedules across both proposal and execution stages.
- Excellent understanding of construction processes and oil & gas project lifecycle.
- Strong communication coordination and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Candidates MUST be immediately available and currently in the UAE.
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