Senior Planning Engineer (Bridge Construction Project)
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About the Role
Waagner Biro Bridge Services seeks a highly skilled Senior Planning Engineer to develop and manage complex project schedules for bridge construction projects in Dubai. Requires 10+ years of planning experience, expert-level Primavera P6 skills, and strong analytical abilities.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to integrate various project components and ensure alignment with goals
- Analyze project progress, identify potential delays, and propose mitigation strategies
- Prepare and present comprehensive progress reports to stakeholders and senior management
- Conduct resource allocation analysis and optimize workforce utilization across projects
- Implement and monitor Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to track project performance
- Coordinate with procurement teams to align material delivery schedules with project timelines
- Assist in the development of project execution plans and work breakdown structures
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior planning engineers
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes and methodologies
- Ensure compliance with local construction regulations and practices in the UAE
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling for large scale engineering or construction projects
- Expert level proficiency in Primavera P6 and Extension of Time techniques (TIA, Window analysis)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Good skills in Risk register log and updates
- Preferable to have experience in Oracle Risk Analysis
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proven experience in applying project management methodologies and best practices
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and clients
- Solid understanding of risk management and mitigation strategies in project planning
- Experience working in the Middle East construction industry, particularly in the UAE
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Company Overview
- Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leader in delivering high quality projects in bridge construction, steel structures, and marine engineering.
- Known for iconic and technically advanced structures, we also provide design and build solutions for harbors, marinas, and jetties.
- Our comprehensive facility management services cover bridges, road infrastructure, buildings, and aviation facilities.
Job Description
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using advanced planning software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to integrate various project components and ensure alignment with overall project goals.
- Analyze project progress, identify potential delays, and propose mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and present comprehensive progress reports to stakeholders and senior management.
- Conduct resource allocation analysis and optimize workforce utilization across projects.
- Implement and monitor Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to track project performance.
- Coordinate with procurement teams to align material delivery schedules with project timelines.
- Assist in the development of project execution plans and work breakdown structures.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior planning engineers.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes and methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with local construction regulations and practices in the UAE.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling for large scale engineering or construction projects.
- Expert level proficiency in Primavera P6 and Extension of time techniques such as TIA and Window analysis.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Good skills in Risk register log and updates.
- Preferable to have experience in Oracle Risk Analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proven experience in applying project management methodologies and best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and clients.
- Solid understanding of risk management and mitigation strategies in project planning.
- Experience working in the Middle East construction industry, particularly in the UAE.
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