498 Junior Planning Engineer jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Planning Engineer to join our team to perform planning and scheduling role on major RTA projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Review and convey Engineer’s consent to the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices.
2. Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project.
3. Develop Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.
4. Strong foreseeability to identify the potential risks/conflicts, and document them in the Project Risk Register.
5. Evaluate & verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events & suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions / robust recovery plan.
6. Exercise “What if” analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action & advice before issuing instructions to contractors.
7. Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones.
8. Detailed assessment of the claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the strong skill to demonstrate the contractor’s concurrent delay.
9. Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer.
10. Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor’s programs, reports, and claims.
11. Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc, providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings.
12. Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project.
13. Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.
14. Ability to communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide the reasoned & analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.
15. Proper record keeping of project contemporary records.
16. Issue delay notices for the contractor’s culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor’s performance is behind the schedule.
17. Be able to manage a team of one or more planning engineers, providing them with technical and leadership skills.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

1. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from a recognized university/institution.
2. Minimum 10+ years of experience in planning and scheduling on relevant projects.
3. Successful applicants should have extensive experience in working on major infrastructure projects comprising development / improvement of interchange, highway, underpass, bridge, utilities, etc. coupled with an excellent overall understanding of the construction industry, along with TMS, interface and coordination requirements.
4. Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6.
5. Good written and oral communication skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

1. Prior experience on RTA Dubai projects would be an advantage.
2. Thorough knowledge of industry best practices and regulations.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

We are We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we've been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle - offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves - all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Planning Engineer role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, drafting associated written procedures, and preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.
• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Establish the resource plan and progress measurement system.
• Prepare histograms and S curves from the Contract Master Schedule.
• Review procurement and subcontract plans to ensure they comply with Contract Master Schedule.
• Monitor progress against Contract Master Schedule and propose any re-schedules required.
• Assist in the development of work packs for all disciplines, where required.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports in accordance with contract and internal procedural requirements.
• Prepare 6 week lookaheads.
• Maintain an as-built schedule.
• Assist in ad-hoc exercise to support variation/claim preparation including delay analysis, preparation of timelines, etc.
• Update the Contract Master Schedule on a weekly basis, monitor deviations and identify any problem areas to the Project Manager and Business Line Leaders.
• Provide input to cost engineer to assist in cost forecasting based on latest schedule.
• Possess a significant degree of expertise in all aspects of Planning.

Requirements

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience in planning, project controls role or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals, or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages.
• Minimum 10 years experience, working within a planning environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops a wide range of collaborative links within the organization, actively seeking opportunities to extend the network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk, and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem-solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviors and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching / professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and cooperation.

We are seeking a skilled Planning Engineer with experience in interior fit-out projects. The candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating project activities to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. They will work closely with the project management team to develop detailed project plans, monitor progress, and ensure that all tasks align with project timelines and client requirements.

• Develop, monitor, and update detailed project schedules for fit-out projects.
• Coordinate with project managers and site teams to ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Prepare progress reports and schedule updates to track project performance.
• Identify potential risks and delays and prepare EOT reports.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
• Responsible for assigning necessary internal resources and ensuring efficient use of labour, materials, and equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in planning and scheduling, specifically in interior fit-out projects.
• Proficiency in project management software – Primavera P6.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Dubai

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Planning Engineer to join our team to perform planning and scheduling role on major RTA projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Review and convey Engineer’s consent to the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices.

• Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project.

• Develop Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.

• Strong foreseeability to identify the potential risks/conflicts, and document them in the Project Risk Register.

• Evaluate & verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events & suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions / robust recovery plan.

• Exercise “What if” analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action & advice before issuing instructions to contractors.

• Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones.

• Detailed assessment of the claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the strong skill to demonstrate the contractor’s concurrent delay.

• Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer.

• Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor’s programs, reports, and claims.

• Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc, providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings.

• Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project.

• Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.

• Ability to communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide the reasoned & analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.

• Proper record keeping of project contemporary records.

• Issue delay notices for the contractor’s culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor’s performance is behind the schedule.

• Be able to manage a team of one or more planning engineers, providing them with technical and leadership skills.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from a recognized university/institution.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in planning and scheduling on relevant projects.

• Successful applicants should have extensive experience in working on major infrastructure projects comprising development / improvement of interchange, highway, underpass, bridge, utilities, etc. coupled with an excellent overall understanding of the construction industry, along with TMS, interface and coordination requirements.

• Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Prior experience on RTA Dubai projects would be an advantage.

• Thorough knowledge of industry best practices and regulations.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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We are? We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Planning Engineer role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, drafting associated written procedures, and preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.
• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Establish the resource plan and progress measurement system.
• Prepare histograms and 'S' curves from the Contract Master Schedule.
• Review procurement and subcontract plans to ensure they comply with the Contract Master Schedule.
• Monitor progress against the Contract Master Schedule and propose any re-schedules required.
• Assist in the development of work packs for all disciplines, where required.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports in accordance with contract and internal procedural requirements.
• Prepare 6-week lookaheads.
• Maintain an 'as-built' schedule.
• Assist in ad-hoc exercises to support variation/claim preparation including delay analysis, preparation of timelines, etc.
• Update the Contract Master Schedule on a weekly basis, monitor deviations, and identify any problem areas to the Project Manager and Business Line Leaders.
• Provide input to cost engineer to assist in cost forecasting based on the latest schedule.
• Possess a significant degree of expertise in all aspects of Planning.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar.
• Experience in planning, project controls role, or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals, or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages.
• Minimum 10 years of experience working within a planning environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops a wide range of collaborative links within the organization, actively seeking opportunities to extend the network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk, and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem-solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviors and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching/professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and cooperation.

Requisition Number: 23674BR

Description:

The Planning Engineer “in association

with the resident engineer” shall

develop the Project execution plan considering the proper engineering techniques and milestone sequences

for the Project.

Candidate will set targets for

activities based on each project

activity and ensure it meets DM’s

specifications and requirements.

Planning engineers shall estimate

timescales and costs using specialized

design software packages

(Primavera). One of the major

Planning Engineer's roles is to

monitor “day-to-day” work progress

for the Project and provide accurate

weekly and monthly reports by swiftly

communicating potential progress

delays or project slippages.

Tracking and analyzing field results is another

key responsibility. Planning engineers

continually compare planned and

actual progress and report any

differences to their lead project

manager. Candidate also studies the impact

of alternative approaches.

Qualifications:

The Planning engineer must

have a relevant degree from a

recognized university and a civil engineering background

with knowledge and work

experience of not less than

ten years in design and

construction

programming/planning of

similar projects.

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Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Civil Engineering

We are looking for an urgent position who can join immediately for Planning Engineer with total 8 years of experience and 5 years of experience in the UAE.

Job Category: Urgent Hiring

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Dubai Office

• Total of 8 years of experience
• 5 years of experience in the UAE

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Specialism Project Management / Operations / Strategy

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing comprehensive project schedules, coordinating timelines, and ensuring that all phases of work progress according to plan. This role requires close collaboration with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and site supervisors to integrate all project activities into a unified execution strategy. The Planning Engineer monitors milestones, identifies potential delays or risks, and recommends corrective measures to maintain project momentum. Using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project, the Planning Engineer produces detailed progress reports, forecasts resource needs, and supports claims or time extension analyses. A strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications are essential. By aligning schedules with budgets and contractual requirements, the Planning Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring successful project delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer in construction, oil & gas, or industrial projects
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project specifications
• Knowledge of project control methodologies and scheduling best practices
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Education: B Tech. / BE in Mechanical Engineering

Experience: Minimum 5 Years' experience in the oil and gas industry.

Skills:

1. Familiar with Primavera software to prepare schedules.
2. Preparation of Progress Measurement System.
3. S-Curves creation.
4. Project reporting documents such as monthly and weekly reports.
5. Proficiency in MS Project, project planning, and scheduling activities.
6. Ability to identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.