The Senior Planning Engineer is responsible for the overall scheduling, progress control, and resource optimization of high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects. Operating from the contractor\u2019s perspective, you will drive the creation of the baseline master schedule, manage day-to-day site progress deviations, optimize resource layouts, and mitigate delays to ensure profitable and timely project delivery.\r\n\r\n\u2022\tBuild and secure client approval for the project baseline programme, detailed construction schedules using Oracle Primavera P6.\r\n\u2022\tBuild precise logic sequences specific to high rise buildings, including substructure, structural core walls, post-tensioning slabs, structural steel, fa\u00e7ade\/curtain walls, MEP risers, fit-outs, and vertical transportation (elevators\/hoists).\r\n\u2022\tIntegrate the engineering deliverables, material procurement cycles, and subcontractors\u2019 mobilization and detailed timelines into the Baseline Programme.\r\n\u2022\tMonitor daily, weekly, and monthly site physical progress against the baseline, ensuring structural cycle times (e.g., floor-to-floor cycle days) match targets.\r\n\u2022\tGenerate short-term rolling operational schedules (such as 2-weeks or 1-month look-aheads) to coordinate day-to-day site execution with site managers and subcontractors.\r\n\u2022\tPresent the main contractor in progress and planning meetings.\r\n\u2022\tCalculate Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), Actual Cost (AC), and Schedule Variance (SV) to assess overall project health.\r\n\u2022\tPerform rigorous forensic delay analysis using standard delay methodologies to evaluate the impact of employer or third-party changes.\r\n\u2022\tPrepare and compile technical substantiation documents, narrative reports, and critical path analysis for EOT claims to defend the contractor's contractual position.\r\n\u2022\tIdentify potential disruptions early, run \"What-If\" scenarios, and propose acceleration or recovery schedules to catch up on lost time.\r\n\u2022\tLoad labor, materials, and major equipment (e.g., tower cranes, concrete pumps, hoists) into the schedule to monitor resource histograms and prevent logistical bottlenecks on tight urban sites.\r\n\u2022\tDevelop and maintain cost-loaded schedules to project contractor cash flow requirements and match billings with actual project progress.\r\n\u2022\tPrepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for senior management, detailing critical path shifts, KPIs, and resource productivity.\r\n\u2022\tWork closely with the Project Director, Procurement, Quantity Surveyors (QS), and Technical Engineering teams to resolve cross-functional roadblocks.<\/p>

\u2022\tBachelor\u2019s degree in civil \/ architecture engineering or construction management from a recognized university.\r\n\u2022\t8 to 12+ years of total experience in construction scheduling UAE \/ GCC, with at least 5 years working directly for Main Contractors on High-Rise Building projects (minimum G+40 floors or iconic towers).\r\n\u2022\tAdvanced proficiency in Primavera P6 Professional, and advanced Microsoft Excel, Power BI (for data analytics and dashboard generation).\r\n\u2022\tDeep knowledge of structural and architectural sequences, construction methodologies for tall buildings, and logistical challenges of high-density sites.\r\n\u2022\tStrong understanding of standard construction contracts (such as FIDIC Red Book) related to extension of time clauses and variation orders.\r\n\u2022\tPMP (Project Management Professional) or PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional) credentials from AACE International are highly advantageous.<\/p>