Senior Planning Engineer

1 week ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates DAR Full time

Senior Planning Engineer – High-Rise, Mixed-Use, Hospitality & Residential Projects

Location: UAE

Job Summary:

DAR is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to oversee project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring across high-rise, mixed-use mid-rise, hotel, and villa developments. The ideal candidate will ensure project timelines, resources, and risks are efficiently managed while maintaining alignment with client and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Scheduling:

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules (baseline, recovery, look-ahead) using Primavera P6.
  • Define project work breakdown structures (WBS) and resource allocation plans.
  • Ensure schedules align with contractual requirements, project scope, and master plans.
  • Identify and track project critical paths, milestones, and dependencies.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting:

  • Track project progress, prepare weekly/monthly reports, and update stakeholders on key milestones.
  • Conduct delay analysis and propose corrective action plans.
  • Lead progress meetings, presenting schedule forecasts and project risks.
  • Identify potential delays and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
  • Conduct extension of time (EOT) claims analysis and prepare justifications for contract variations.
  • Assess contractor schedules for feasibility and compliance with project requirements.
  • Work closely with project managers, consultants, contractors, and authorities to ensure smooth execution.
  • Integrate planning activities with design, procurement, and construction teams for seamless workflow.
  • Coordinate with cost control and contract teams to align scheduling with financial and contractual obligations.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in project planning within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
  • Proven expertise in high-rise buildings, mixed-use developments, hotels, and villas.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel for project scheduling and analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, EOT claims, and construction methodologies.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience in the Middle East market is highly preferred.
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