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Planning Engineer
About the Company
An established multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy based in Dubai is seeking a Planning Engineer to join its growing project delivery team. The practice works across a range of large scale developments throughout the Middle East, including high rise towers, hospitality developments and complex building projects.
This is an opportunity to join a well regarded consultancy involved in the delivery of major developments across the GCC, working closely with architects, engineers and project teams to ensure projects are delivered in line with programme and client expectations.
About the Role
The Planning Engineer will play a key role in developing and managing project schedules, monitoring progress and supporting the successful delivery of projects from planning through to construction.
Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining detailed project programmes covering key tasks, milestones and deliverables. You will work closely with project managers, architects and engineers to develop execution plans, review drawings and technical documentation, and identify potential risks or constraints within the programme.
You will track progress against approved schedules, identify critical activities or delays, and prepare weekly and monthly progress reports with mitigation strategies where required. The role will also involve supporting project meetings by providing accurate schedule updates and recommendations.
Regular coordination with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers will be required to ensure resources, materials and equipment align with the project schedule. Site visits will also be undertaken to verify progress and ensure compliance with approved drawings and project plans.
In addition, the role includes supporting resource planning, monitoring project performance against timelines and budgets, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and cost control.
About You
Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture
8 to 10 years professional experience in project planning and scheduling
Experience working on high rise towers, hotel developments or large scale building projects
GCC experience is essential
Previous experience working within an engineering or multidisciplinary consultancy
Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 or similar planning software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Good understanding of construction sequencing, resource planning and cost monitoring
Strong analytical, coordination and communication skills
Ability to work closely with multidisciplinary design and site teams
This is a strong opportunity to join a well established consultancy delivering high profile projects across the region.
Please note: Due to volume of application only successful applicants will be contacted.
Job ID: 143993901
