Planning Engineer at Ali & Sons

, , United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Planning, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Resource Planning, Progress Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Primavera P6, MS Office, ERP Software, Project Controls, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Maritime Transportation

Description

Exciting Opportunity for Planning Engineer Are you an experienced Planning Engineer with a strong background in project planning and scheduling? We are looking for a Planning Engineer to develop, monitor, and control project schedules, ensuring successful project execution in line with company procedures, client requirements, and project objectives. This role is critical in driving project performance by identifying risks, monitoring progress, and implementing effective planning strategies. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement project scheduling processes in accordance with project scope, client requirements, and company procedures. • Prepare and maintain master project schedules, identifying key milestones to achieve project completion targets. • Develop detailed Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)-based schedules, allocating labour, equipment, and costs to project activities. • Coordinate with project teams to review and obtain approval for project schedules. • Establish regular schedule update cycles to ensure accurate and timely project reporting. • Monitor project progress and assess actual performance against planned schedules. • Record, evaluate, and communicate the impact of project schedule changes. • Analyse schedule trends, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions to mitigate delays. • Revise project plans and schedules through re-planning and re-baselining when required. • Prepare project progress reports, dashboards, and planning documentation for management and clients. • Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Project Management teams to ensure alignment between project schedules and execution activities. • Ensure compliance with company project management guidelines, procedures, and client requirements. • Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project delivery. Requirements: • Education: Bachelor's Degree, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline. • Certification: PMP Certification is preferred. • Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling, preferably within EPC, fabrication, marine, construction, or oil & gas industries. • Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of project planning principles, scheduling methodologies, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), resource planning, progress monitoring, and risk analysis. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. • Languages: Fluency in English is required. • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Office, and ERP software. Join our team as a Planning Engineer and play a key role in delivering successful projects through effective planning, scheduling, and project controls. If you are proactive, analytical, and passionate about driving project performance, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with us. Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (ASMEF) was established in 2009 with the aim of catering to the Marine and Oil & Gas Industry in the UAE. Located in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, the factory features one of the largest facilities of its kind in the country, comprising a 280,000m2 yard and a 545m waterfront. It’s the closest yard to the Abu Dhabi Oil Fields, giving it a highly strategic location with good access to onshore and offshore fields alike. The facility allows Ali & Sons to easily serve local and overseas markets thanks to its close proximity to UAE borders. Equipped with an advanced workshop, repair, and building facility, ASMEF ensures that Ali & Sons’ high standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure successful execution in line with client and company requirements. This includes creating WBS-based schedules, tracking progress, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate delays.