The Role
Our Tier 1 Main Contracting client has a new requirement for a well experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join their team in Dubai to work on high profile large villa masterplan developments and/or high rise tower projects in the Emirates. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Senior Planning Engineer on large scale civil construction projects in the UAE and have worked in the capacity of Senior Planning Engineer for a recognised main contracting company previously. This role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 3-6 Month Contract as an outsource employed by J10 Consulting. There is an option to transfer to staff after 6 months to suit all parties Key Responsibilities: • Develop, implement and maintain detailed project schedules, including all phases of the project. • Develop, implement and maintain resource and cost loaded plans and master schedules • Monitor and track project progress and provide regular updates to the project team and management. • Identify potential delays and propose mitigation plans to ensure project timelines are met. • Coordinate with various departments and stakeholders to gather project information and requirements. • Prepare and present progress reports, including S-curves, histograms, and other key performance indicators (KPIs). • Ensure all planning and scheduling activities comply with company policies and procedures. • Conduct regular site visits to monitor and verify project progress. • Assist in the preparation and submission of extension of time (EOT) claims and other project documentation. • Utilize project management software and tools to manage schedules and track project performance. • Support the project team with planning and scheduling expertise to achieve project objectives.
Requirements
Senior Planning Engineer Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field • Proven experience (typically 8-10+ years) in project planning and scheduling, preferably in large scale civil construction projects (Villas / High Rise Towers) • Strong knowledge of project planning and scheduling techniques and tools. • Proven experience in development, implementation and maintenance of resource and cost loaded plans and master schedules. • Leading in the production of project reports - internal and external. • Production of critical path review - identification of early project risk and mitigation proposals • Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other planning software. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
About the company
J10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East. We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & Kuwait J10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering

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