92 Planning Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Project Planning Specialist

We are seeking an experienced project planning specialist to develop and implement planning strategies that meet project objectives.

• This role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in planning engineering or a related field, with at least 5 years working in the UAE.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.

A dynamic work environment is offered where you can collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing project data to identify trends and areas for improvement, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and aligned with project goals.

• Develop and implement planning strategies to meet project objectives.
• Analyze project data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• 8+ years of experience in planning engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience working in the UAE.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.
• You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment is provided.

BDS Middle East Engineering Consultants provides expert services to clients across various industries.

We are seeking a seasoned Project Planning Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our project control group, you will be responsible for planning and organizing project schedules, manpower, and quantity reporting.

Requirements:

• At least 10 years of experience in project controls, with 5-8 years in EPC projects.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and direct project plans and schedules.
• High level of professional judgment and knowledge related to technical planning, scheduling skills, engineering design, and Steel Fabrication/Production practices.
• Capacity to supervise a team of Planners for an extensive period.

About Us:

We are a multidiscipline general contractor providing facilities management services across various sectors. We deliver infrastructure projects development, fabrication services, EPC, scaffolding services, engineering, and construction.

Project Planning Expert

We are seeking an experienced Project Planning Expert with a proven track record in interior fit-out projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating project activities to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

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• Project Scheduling: Develop, monitor, and update detailed project schedules for fit-out projects.
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• Project Coordination: Coordinate with project managers and site teams to ensure alignment with project timelines.
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• Progress Reporting: Prepare progress reports and schedule updates to track project performance.
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• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and delays and prepare EOT reports.
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• Compliance: Ensure compliance with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
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• Resource Allocation: Responsible for assigning necessary internal resources and ensuring efficient use of labour, materials, and equipment.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:

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

Location: Dubai

To provide staff work schedules through optimised staff planning & rostering focused on Co-workers, Customers and the IKEA Business to ensure high level of productivity & efficiency while following labour law directions in each market.

What you will do

• Collect, analyze and review the schedules, vacation trends, trainings with the different teams to ensure sufficient capacity in the store.
• Ensure schedules are published in time to meet the requirements of the store and all changes are registered on the system in a timely manner.
• Monitor and report staff planning KPIs and act in case of any deviations.
• Convert the store business plan into action plan for different departments and implement different actions to optimize the staff resources.
• Support department managers frequently to ensure development, adaptation and improvement of quality schedules that are within the forecasted hours and have updated co-worker availability and skill levels.
• Provide input to improve the store staff planning process and alert the business navigator when the scheduled or actual hours exceed the agreed financial framework.
• Implement and continuously ensure compliance of schedules with the company policies and labor laws.

Required skills to be successful

• Knowledge of scheduling & rostering techniques.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Advanced proficiency of MS Office Excel and data management tools.
• Very good command of English language.
• Very good command of Arabic language (preferred).
• Good understanding of IKEA store operations and country legal requirements in staff planning.

What equips you for the role

• 2-3 years of experience in Staff scheduling in retail environment.

AtkinsRalis are looking for an Environmental Planning Specialist in Abu Dhabi UAE.

About AtkinsRalis

Created by the integration of longstanding organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn.

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Our Strategic Advisory team is seeking an experienced Environmental Consultant to join our KSA-based team. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in environmental consulting, particularly on large-scale international projects, ideally in KSA, UAE, and the wider Middle East region.

The role requires expertise in coordinating and delivering Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies, contributing environmental insights to master planning, and preparing and implementing construction-related environmental management plans including site monitoring and auditing.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated environmental strategies and design solutions providing subject matter expertise to key clients.
• Support sustainability policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines at organizational or portfolio levels.
• Prepare EIAs and provide environmental inputs for master plans and feasibility studies supporting major infrastructure delivery.
• Conduct environmental audits on construction sites to ensure compliance with environmental management plans.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and certification bodies to secure statutory and certification approvals for sustainability components.
• Collect and analyze data from diverse sources to create clear, well-written technical reports.

Education & Qualifications:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Environment, Sustainability, or related fields.
• Postgraduate qualifications in environmental or related subjects are preferred.

Professional Experience:

• 8-10 years of experience in delivering EIAs and their application to projects in the Middle East, particularly in UAE.
• In-country experience in UAE (ideally Abu Dhabi) focusing on multidisciplinary work in large-scale master planning, design, and infrastructure projects.
• Strong EIA coordination skills.
• Expertise in developing technical reports aligned with local and international best practices.
• Membership in professional bodies like the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or similar institution is advantageous.

Behavioral Skills:

• Strong report-writing, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Effective interpersonal skills to communicate issues and ideas clearly.
• Adaptable, flexible, and ready to embrace new challenges.
• Highly self-motivated with enthusiasm for delivering sustainable outcomes.

Why choose AtkinsRalis

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance coverage.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Merchandise Planning Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning and merchandising, with excellent analytical and communication skills.

The Merchandise Planning Specialist will be responsible for receiving, assessing, and creating store additional orders for validation based on the release strategy in place. This will involve analyzing and identifying gaps in master data, including source of supply, minimum/maximum table match, vendor extension, replenishment units of measure, replenishment parameters, and lead times.

• Receive, assess, and create store additional orders for validation based on the release strategy in place.
• Analyze and identify gaps in master data, including source of supply, minimum/maximum table match, vendor extension, replenishment units of measure, replenishment parameters, and lead times.
• Provide necessary details to planners to assess and optimize JDA/auto-rep orders.
• Support and develop routine analysis, measures, and performance metrics used during monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) cycles at category and global levels.
• Participate in regular meetings with stakeholders and assist in various reports and analyses.
• Monitor and analyze ageing stock levels, supporting liquidation strategies with buying and planning teams through inter-territory/store transfer, clearance, and promotions.
• Follow up on purchase orders daily to ensure visibility for planning and logistics.
• Measure open POs to assess and limit impact on replenishment calculations.

• Minimum 4 years of planning and merchandising experience.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment with cross-functional teams.

Job Title: Infrastructure Planning Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Planning Specialist to join our infrastructure division in Sharjah. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and controlling various infrastructure and road projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution in compliance with project requirements and UAE regulations.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, including baseline and critical path analysis.
• Utilize Primavera P6 and MS Project to create, maintain, and monitor project timelines.
• Ensure proper integration of all project packages, managing interdependencies effectively.
• Analyze schedules to identify potential delays and provide mitigation plans.

• Monitor actual progress against the baseline schedule and report deviations.
• Prepare detailed progress and status reports, including variance analysis and forecast adjustments.
• Support project teams in ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Identify potential delays, disruptions, or issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform 'what-if' scenarios to evaluate the impact of changes on project timelines.

• Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Ensure proper coordination for resource allocation and effective project execution.
• Attend meetings and provide planning insights, updates, and recommendations.
• Liaise with clients and third-party stakeholders when required.

• Coordinate with quantity surveyors to track and control project costs.
• Assist in cost forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.

• Review and submit baseline schedules for approval.
• Handle claims analysis, including Extension of Time (EoT) and disruption evaluation.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and minimum 3-5 years of project planning experience, preferably in roads and infrastructure projects within the UAE. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of project planning experience, ideally in roads and infrastructure projects within the UAE.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential.
• Familiarity with UAE construction standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, communication, and organizational skills.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry: Construction

Department / Functional Area: Projects

Keywords: Project Scheduler, Project Monitoring, Construction Planner, Project Scheduling, Civil Planning Engineer, Planning Specialist

Al Marwan General Contracting Company LLC has been in the construction industry for over forty years, serving its customers honestly and being awarded for confidence in the UAE, the Middle East, and Africa. The company began its operations in infrastructure and road construction with a staff of 40 people and has grown considerably, establishing itself as one of the leading contracting companies in the UAE, employing over two thousand personnel. When comparing Al Marwan General Contracting Company to other construction companies in Dubai, Sharjah, and other Emirates, MGCC is well distinguished for its exceptional level of safety and environmental awareness.

We are seeking a seasoned Facilities Planning Specialist to join our team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects, leveraging your expertise in space optimization and facility management to drive business growth and success.

• Conduct site visits to assess facility conditions and provide expert recommendations for improvement.
• Develop comprehensive facility requirements and perform gap analyses to optimize space utilization.
• Prepare detailed space optimization plans, including cost estimates and phased implementation strategies.
• Analyze facility data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities planning, space optimization, or program support services.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent certification.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Proficiency in CAD, GIS platforms, and data analysis software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A dynamic and supportive work environment.