Planning Engineer (Civil)

About the role

Careers International is looking for a skilled and experienced Planning Engineer to join its construction team in Sharjah. The role covers project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring and reporting, with the aim of delivering projects on time while keeping high standards of quality and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent software, including work breakdown structures, milestones and deliverables
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules, run critical path analysis and recommend corrective actions for delays
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports
• Plan resource allocation (labor, materials, equipment) and coordinate with procurement and logistics teams
• Assist in budgeting and cost tracking with the cost control team
• Identify risks, implement mitigation measures and ensure compliance with UAE construction regulations and safety guidelines
• Support contract and claim management, and liaise with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors and consultants
• Conduct feasibility studies, support cost estimates and contribute to quality and safety initiatives

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in construction planning
• Strong communication, coordination and analytical skills; able to multitask and meet deadlines

Required skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Solid knowledge of project life cycles, construction methodologies and UAE regulations