Planning Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

Position Summary: We are looking for an experienced Planning Engineer with a minimum of 10 years in the industry and at least 3 years of experience in UAE. The ideal candidate will possess strong planning and scheduling skills, a deep understanding of construction project management, and a proven track record of successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and plans to ensure timely project completion.
• Prepare and analyze detailed project schedules using planning tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and performance, identifying potential delays or issues and proposing solutions.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide status reports to senior management and clients.
• Analyze and report on critical path activities, schedule deviations, and resource utilization.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and best practices in project planning.
• Facilitate coordination meetings and workshops with project teams to align schedules and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Prepare and manage project documentation related to planning and scheduling.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Mandatory at least 3 years of experience working in the UAE.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, construction methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Must have Infrastructure project experience
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
  

Preferred Skills

• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or CPP (Certified Planning Professional).
• Experience with cost control and budget management.
• Familiarity with local regulations and standards in Dubai.

Desired candidate profile

Preferred Skills

• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or CPP (Certified Planning Professional).
• Experience with cost control and budget management.
• Familiarity with local regulations and standards in Dubai.
  

Why choose AtkinsRéalis

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

Thrive with us. When you join us, your wellbeing, health and safety become our top priority.

Engineering the future with digital. From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.

Champion lasting change. We build sustainability into everything we do.

Rewards And Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• 26 working days annual leave (6 day work week)
• Medical and life insurance cover.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
• Employee Wellbeing Programme