Planning Engineer

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• With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand.
• We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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• ****Job Description****
• Develop, review, and analyze project schedules, ensuring proper scope understanding, quantities, and logical sequencing of construction activities.
• Review and monitor the Contractor’s baseline programme , procurement schedules, and construction plans, including subcontractors and utilities.
• Work closely with the Contractor’s planners to track progress and recommend updates or recovery plans where required.
• Monitor actual progress against the approved programme and report deviations to the Senior Resident Engineer .
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports , including progress updates, graphs, and critical path analysis for the PMC.
• Identify project risks, delays, and opportunities , and recommend mitigation strategies to maintain the project schedule.
• Conduct site visits and coordinate with supervision teams to validate progress and ensure accurate reporting.
• Attend workshops and meetings to assess real-time progress and resolve planning/scheduling issues.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in analyzing programme-related impacts of variations and additional works.
• Maintain detailed planning records to support evaluation of claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Assist the PMC in negotiations, arbitration, and other dispute resolution matters related to project delays or planning issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field .
• Minimum 10 years of planning and scheduling experience , with strong focus on Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) projects .
• Proven experience in construction planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring for complex infrastructure/STP works.
• UAE project experience preferred , with understanding of local authority processes and project requirements.
• Proficiency in planning tools such as Primavera P6 or equivalent .

Additional Information

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and project lifecycle (especially STP systems)
• Expertise in critical path method (CPM) and delay analysis
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong reporting and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work under pressure
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• ***To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.***
• ****About AECOM****
• AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
• AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
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• Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
• AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
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• ****What Makes AECOM a Great Place To Work****
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• Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
• With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.
• Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned.
• Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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