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Nova International General Contracting is a well established UAE-based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specialized in executing branded residences.
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Overview
Nova International General Contracting is a well established UAE-based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specialized in executing branded residences.
We are committed to the highest standards of quality, innovation, and client satisfaction in every project we undertake.
Our ambition is to grow as a trusted partner and deliver landmark developments that shape the future of the UAE’s built environment.
Join us as we set new benchmarks in construction and project delivery.
Job Description
We are seeking a Planning Engineer to support schedule development, progress monitoring, and performance reporting for our high‑end residential project.
The role is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed project schedules, tracking progress, identifying delays, and providing accurate planning insights to ensure the project is delivered on time and in compliance with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain baseline schedules using Primavera P6.
- Create WBS structures, activity sequencing, resource loading, S‑curves, and histograms.
- Prepare 2‑week, 4‑week, and 6‑week look‑ahead programs.
- Update schedules weekly/monthly and analyze progress vs. plan.
- Identify variances, assess critical path impacts, and prepare planning reports and dashboards.
- Monitor engineering, procurement, and authority approvals against schedule needs.
- Maintain delay/change event registers and support Time Impact Analysis (TIA).
- Support Extension of Time (EOT) submissions with schedules and as‑built data.
- Coordinate closely with site teams, engineering, procurement, QA/QC, HSE, and subcontractors.
- Review subcontractor schedules for alignment with the master plan.
- Maintain planning documentation, revisions, and as‑built records.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 3-5 years’ experience as a Planning Engineer (UAE preferred).
• Primavera P6 Certification (required)
- PSP® (AACE) – preferred
- PMP® – advantage
- TIA/Delay Analysis training – advantage
- Proven experience on high‑end residential/villa or mixed‑use projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and progress measurement.
- Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Office.
Additional Information
Nova International General Contracting is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated fairly and with respect.
Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, and business requirements, without unlawful discrimination, and in accordance with applicable UAE labor and employment laws.
All hiring and employment is subject to compliance with UAE regulatory requirements, including those relating to work permits and residency visas, where applicable.
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