Planning Engineer

Company Description

Nova International General Contracting is a newly established UAE-based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specializing 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

Nova International Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Planning Engineer to support project scheduling, progress monitoring, and performance reporting across high-end residential projects.

The role focuses on developing and maintaining efficient project schedules, tracking progress against plans, identifying delays, and providing accurate planning insights to ensure timely project delivery in alignment with contractual requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

Planning \& Scheduling

• Develop and maintain baseline project schedules using Primavera P6
• Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), activity sequencing, and logic links
• Prepare resource-loaded schedules, including S-curves and histograms

Progress Monitoring \& Reporting

• Update schedules on a weekly and monthly basis, tracking progress against the baseline
• Prepare 2-week, 4-week, and 6-week look-ahead plans
• Analyze schedule performance and highlight deviations, risks, and delays
• Generate planning reports, dashboards, and progress presentations

Delay Analysis \& Claims Support

• • Identify impacts on the critical path and assess schedule risks
  • Maintain delay and change event registers
  • Support Time Impact Analysis (TIA) and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions
  • Assist in preparing as-built schedules and supporting documentation
• Coordination \& Stakeholder Management
• • Coordinate with project stakeholders including site teams, engineering, procurement, QA/QC, and HSE
  • Monitor engineering deliverables, procurement activities, and authority approvals against schedule requirements
  • Review subcontractor schedules to ensure alignment with the master program

Documentation \& Control

• Maintain accurate records of schedule updates, revisions, and project milestones
• Ensure proper planning documentation and version control

Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5 years as a Planning Engineer (construction/contracting industry is mandatory)
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in corporate and site
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, planning techniques, and progress measurement
• Advanced proficiency I Primavera P6
• PMI-SP or PMP® Certification is preferred

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.