Senior Planning Engineer

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced project planning engineer to develop and maintain detailed schedules, monitor progress, and coordinate with stakeholders across large-scale projects. Highlights: 1. Lead project scheduling, progress monitoring, and risk mitigation. 2. Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders for schedule alignment. 3. Utilize advanced planning tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project. Responsibilities * Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project. * Prepare baseline programs, progress updates, and recovery schedules. * Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align schedules with project objectives. * Monitor project progress and identify delays, risks, and mitigation plans. * Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports including S\-curves, histograms, and earned value analysis (EVA). * Update and track actual progress against baseline using critical path method (CPM). * Prepare and maintain Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for all deliverables and activities. * Forecast manpower, equipment, and material requirements in line with project timelines. * Analyze deviations, delays, and productivity losses and suggest corrective actions. * Coordinate with procurement and engineering teams to align deliverables with site execution. * Support the preparation of extension of time (EOT) claims and delay analysis reports. * Generate look\-ahead schedules (1\-week, 2\-week, monthly) for construction teams. * Ensure planning activities comply with contract requirements and client specifications. * Liaise with clients and consultants during project meetings to present progress status. * Maintain tracking logs for procurement, submittals, RFIs, and drawing approvals. * Integrate subcontractor programs into the master project schedule. * Assist cost control teams in linking time with cost data for accurate cash flow forecasting. * Conduct risk assessments and schedule impact evaluations. * Support project closeout by preparing final project reports and schedule summaries. * Train and mentor junior planning engineers on scheduling tools and reporting techniques. Qualification * Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. * Certification in Planning Tools such as Primavera P6 * PMP (Project Management Professional) certification from PMI * Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Excel. * Solid understanding of project controls, cost planning, and earned value management (EVM). * Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions and Qatar\-specific regulations (e.g., Ashghal, Kahramaa). * Strong knowledge of Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS) and local authority approval processes. * Minimum 15 years of experience in project planning, with at least 6 years in the Gulf region. * Experience in handling large\-scale infrastructure, building, or oil \& gas projects. * Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills. * Ability to prepare and defend EOT claims, delay analysis, and time impact assessments. * Proficiency in preparing resource histograms, S\-curves, WBS, and project dashboards. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: QAR14,000\.00 \- QAR15,000\.00 per month Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Work: 10 years (Required) Work Location: In person