Senior Planning Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Engineer for a role based in Dubai within a leading international consultancy. The successful candidate will play a critical role in project planning, delay analysis, and claims management, acting on behalf of the Employer to ensure contractual compliance and accurate project reporting.

• Develop, review, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project progress against baseline schedules and identify deviations.
• Provide strategic planning input to support project delivery and risk mitigation.
• Extension of Time (EOT) & Claims Management
• Demonstrate extensive experience in end-to-end claim development and detailed analysis.
• Prepare and evaluate event registers in line with contractual requirements.
• Assess event validity and ensure compliance with contract conditions.
• Identify and clearly segregate:
• Client delays
• Contractor delays
• Concurrent delays
• Determine entitlement to extensions of time (EOT) and/or prolongation costs.
• Perform comprehensive delay analyses using recognized methodologies, particularly Window Analysis.
• Conduct independent delay assessments without reliance on formal contractor submissions.

• Review weekly and monthly progress reports submitted by contractors.
• Prepare detailed and accurate reports on behalf of the Employer.
• Provide clear insights on project status, risks, delays, and mitigation measures.

• Draft and respond to planning-related correspondence in a clear and professional contractual context.
• Address communications to both Contractor and Employer, ensuring alignment with contract terms and project objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling within building projects
• Proven experience working with international consultancies or large-scale projects in the Middle East (preferably UAE).
• Strong expertise in EOT and claims management.
• In-depth understanding of standard forms of contract (e.g., FIDIC).

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 for:
• Planning and scheduling
• Progress monitoring
• Delay analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong contractual and commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently and provide objective assessments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills