Planning Engineer

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 20,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Planning Engineer - Planning to join our dynamic site team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the successful planning and execution of construction projects, working collaboratively with Project Manager/Resident Engineer and team members to deliver high-quality results.

• Develop and maintain project schedules using advanced planning software such as Primavera
• Review and analyze procurement and construction programs for contractors and subcontractors
• Prepare comprehensive progress reports, graphs, and critical path analyses for weekly and monthly reporting
• Monitor actual progress against construction programs and report deviations to Client
• Assist in identifying project risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines
• Collaborate closely with site supervision teams to gather real-time progress updates
• Conduct independent site visits to evaluate contractor progress against established programs
• Support the evaluation of potential additional works and variation proposals
• Maintain detailed records of program monitoring to support claim evaluations and dispute resolutions
• Assist in workshops and meetings to facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders
• Review and prepare Extension Of Time recommendation report to Client.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

• Minimum 7 years of UAE experience.

• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Office Suite.

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and workflows.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.