Senior Planning Engineer – Infrastructure & Bridges

About This Role

About the job

Please read the job description carefully.

⚠️ Do not apply if you do not meet the listed requirements.

❗Eligibility: Only candidates currently residing in the UAE and having at least 10 years of relevant experience will be considered.

Company Description

Gulf Contractors Company (GCC) is a leading civil engineering and construction firm, established in 1988 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. As a subsidiary of Al Sharafi Group and United Eastern Group, GCC has played a key role in shaping the UAE’s infrastructure landscape. Renowned for its innovation and commitment to excellence, the company has delivered a wide range of projects across infrastructure, defense, industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Today, GCC remains a strong and competitive presence across the Middle East.

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Planning Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of UAE experience in infrastructure, roads, and bridge projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure alignment with construction progress and contractual deadlines. The role includes supporting the Planning Manager in identifying potential delays, highlighting critical activities, and coordinating with consultants, subcontractors, and relevant authorities to ensure effective project execution and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Your tasks and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare and maintain project schedules including baseline schedules, recovery schedules, and impacted schedules.

• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with the approved schedule.

• Prepare and review daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly progress reports.

• Develop project dashboards and presentations for management and stakeholders.

• Prepare and review Extension of Time (EOT) claims.

• Support discussions on contractual and planning matters with consultants and clients.

• Prepare and review contractual correspondences related to project planning and delays.

• Identify schedule risks and propose mitigation measures.

Qualifications :

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in infrastructure project planning and controls.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong scheduling and forecasting abilities using industry-standard tools
• Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of contract terms (FIDIC, turnkey, reimbursable, etc.)
• Able to manage multiple interfaces and perform well under pressure
• Clear communicator with strong reporting skills to senior management and clients

Work Location: Abu Dhabi

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter, highlighting relevant experience in project planning for infrastructure works, particularly roads and bridge projects. You may apply directly through LinkedIn or send your CV and cover letter to Careers@gcc.ae.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.