Highways & Bridges Planning Engineer
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CDM Smith is a full-service engineering and construction firm providing innovative solutions in water, environment, transportation, and energy to clients globally. With a focus on addressing tomorrow’s needs, CDM Smith delivers quality results and enduring value across the entire project lifecycle.
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Company Description
CDM Smith is a full-service engineering and construction firm providing innovative solutions in water, environment, transportation, and energy to clients globally.
With a focus on addressing tomorrow’s needs, CDM Smith delivers quality results and enduring value across the entire project lifecycle.
The company is committed to shaping the future with impactful projects that meet client and community demands.
Learn more about our forward-thinking approach at cdmsmith.com.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Highways & Bridges Planning Engineer based in Dubai.
The role involves developing and managing detailed project plans, analyzing project data for efficiency, overseeing production planning processes, and ensuring project schedules are adhered to.
Collaboration with diverse teams, ensuring resource allocation, and maintaining communication with stakeholders are key elements of this role.
Requirements
- Minimum 8-10 years Experience in Planning and Production Planning to develop and execute project timelines effectively in Infrastructure projects in UAE.
- With 3-5+ years in infrastructure projects (roads, utilities, drainage, bridges, etc.), preferably in UAE/GCC.
- Planning Expertise: Strong ability to develop baseline and Review , detailed, and resource-loaded programmes (Level 4 & 5).
- Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 (mandatory), plus MS Project and advanced Excel skills.
- Programme Control: Expertise in critical path analysis, progress updating, variance analysis, and forecasting.
- Delay Analysis: Hands-on experience with delay analysis techniques such as TIA, Impacted As-Planned, and As-Built vs As-Planned or as per the client Requirement.
- EOT & Claims: Proven ability to prepare and assess Extension of Time (EOT) claims, including establishing cause-and-effect relationships.
- Contract Knowledge: Strong understanding of FIDIC conditions, contractual notices, variations, and claims procedures.
- Reporting & Coordination: Ability to prepare progress reports, S-curves, dashboards, and coordinate with client, consultant, and contractor teams.
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