Planning Engineer- Fitout

Job Description

Planning Engineer – Fit-Out Projects

Locatio

nDubai, UA

Reports

ToProject Director / Operations Manag

Job Purp

oseThe Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules for commercial, retail, hospitality, and high-end fit-out projects across the UAE. The role will ensure projects are delivered on time through effective planning, progress monitoring, resource forecasting, and coordination with project tea

• tiesPrepare detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Proj
• ect.Develop baseline schedules, procurement schedules, manpower histograms, and recovery program
• mes.Monitor project progress against approved schedules and identify potential del
• ays.Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management and clie
• nts.Analyse project performance using critical path and earned value techniq
• ues.Coordinate with project managers, site teams, procurement, design, and subcontractors to ensure programme complia
• nce.Review subcontractor programmes and integrate them into the master project sched
• ule.Prepare extension of time (EOT) claims and delay analysis when requi
• red.Track procurement activities and long-lead materials to ensure timely deliv
• ery.Support tender planning by preparing preliminary programmes and resource pl
• ans.Participate in project progress meetings and provide schedule upda
• tes.Identify risks affecting project completion and propose mitigation measu

• ationBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related discip

• rience5–10 years planning experience within the UAE construction or fit-out s
• ector.Minimum 3 years specifically on interior fit-out pro
• jects.Experience with commercial offices, hospitality, retail, F&B, and luxury residential fit-out projects pref

• SkillsAdvanced Primavera P6
• skills.Strong Microsoft Project and Excel capabi
• lities.Knowledge of project controls, scheduling techniques, and delay an
• alysis.Understanding of fit-out construction methodologies and sequ
• encing.Familiarity with UAE authority approvals and construction pro

• tributesStrong analytical and problem-solving
• skills.Excellent communication and reporting ab
• ilities.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simulta
• neously.Detail-oriented with strong organisational

skills

• ve salaryMedical
• insuranceAnnual flight
• allowanceVisa sp
• onsorshipAnnual leave as per UAE L

abour Law

This specification is suitable for a mid-to-senior level Planning Engineer managing multiple fit-out projects across Dubai and the

wider UAE.