Lead Planning Engineer/Planning Manager- Construction Projects
Job Description
We are hiring!
Our client is seeking a Senior Planning Manager with extensive leadership experience in construction project planning and Primavera P6 expertise. This is a senior management role for someone who can lead planning teams, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and drive project timelines to successful completion.
Requirements:
- Experience: 1215 years of experience in construction project planning, with at least 5+ years in a managerial or leadership role
- Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (Power BI proficiency preferable)
- Qualification: Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
- Nationality: Open to all
- Location:Base Location is Dubai, however frequent visits across all Emirates would be required
- Travel: Must be willing to travel frequently anywhere within the all the emirates for project requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage planning teams to deliver accurate and realistic project schedules in Primavera P6
- Coordinate closely with project managers, consultants, and site teams to ensure execution aligns with baseline programs
- Perform delay analysis, prepare recovery schedules, and lead EOT claim preparation
- Oversee preparation of progress reports, histograms, S-curves, and project dashboards for senior management review
- Ensure all planning activities comply with contractual obligations and company procedures
Technical Mastery: Proficiency in Primavera P6, Power BI, delay analysis, and EOT claims (FIDIC contracts) to drive project timelines and mitigate risks.
Leadership & Strategy: Experience developing baseline/recovery schedules, critical path analysis, and resource leveling for high-rise, healthcare, and mixed-use projects (AED 500M+).
UAE-Specific Expertise: Hands-on experience with Ministry of Health/Education projects, Dubai Holding/ALEC collaborations, or Emirates Airlines developments.
Certifications That Stand Out: PMP, MRICS, PSP, or a BSc/MSc in Civil Engineering to validate your expertise.Soft Skills: Strong stakeholder management, forensic planning, and executive reporting to align teams and ensure contractual compliance.
If youve managed mega-construction projects in the UAE, optimized schedules with S-curves/histograms, or resolved disputes through EOT claims, lets connect!
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